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FD12 DCU

2012 BMW X1

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

102,369 mi
Last recorded102,369 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X166,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 DCU
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 102,369 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 100,747 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 98,880 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 98,878 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 95,393 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 93,748 miles

Under covers fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2021 86,379 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2020 76,752 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2019 65,214 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2018 54,252 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 44,995 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 35,912 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 30,556 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES are wearing on the inner and outter edges

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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FD12 DCU is a 2012 BMW X1 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 66,690 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD12 DCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FD12 DCU?

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What year was FD12 DCU registered?

FD12 DCU is a 2012 BMW X1, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is FD12 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD12 DCU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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