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EX12 EHT

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

60,070 mi
Last recorded60,070 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 EHT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 60,070 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 57,983 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + Worn To Legal Limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 54,325 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad sensor wire broken warning lamp on

Nearside Front Bumper corner damaged slightly insecure

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 18 Mar 2023 54,325 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad sensor wire broken warning lamp on

Nearside Front Bumper corner damaged slightly insecure

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 44,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 40,872 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 39,021 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 65,454 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 36,840 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 31,800 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 19,624 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 19,608 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 16,037 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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EX12 EHT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 67,597 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX12 EHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX12 EHT registered?

EX12 EHT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 March 2012.

Is EX12 EHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 EHT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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