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EX12 NVU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

153,911 mi
Last recorded153,911 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 NVU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 153,911 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 145,774 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2021 128,708 miles

Front under engine tray fitted

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2021 125,407 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.6.2 (a))

Front under engine tray fitted

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 109,371 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Mar 2019 156,919 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 144,221 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 131,985 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake pads wearing thin

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 14 Apr 2016 107,201 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 80,930 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 NVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NVU, 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 NVU registered?

EX12 NVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is EX12 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 NVU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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