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FD12 FFN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Bronze Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,071 mi
Last recorded24,071 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 FFN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 24,071 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2026 24,071 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 20,312 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 16,353 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 11,803 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 8,763 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 6,194 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 5,942 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 3,885 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 3,773 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 3,595 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 3,447 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 3,232 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 3,056 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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FD12 FFN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Bronze with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 FD12 FFN, 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 FD12 FFN registered?

FD12 FFN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is FD12 FFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD12 FFN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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