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FG12 RJY

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,268 mi
Last recorded80,268 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 RJY
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 80,268 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 73,648 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 54,151 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 50,625 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 46,854 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 42,972 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 39,463 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2020 39,463 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 34,846 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 29,903 miles

both front tyres wearing low on edges

Fail 6 Apr 2018 29,903 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

both front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 22 Apr 2017 25,522 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 18,647 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 13,648 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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FG12 RJY is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FG12 RJY, 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

How do I check the history of FG12 RJY?

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What year was FG12 RJY registered?

FG12 RJY is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is FG12 RJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 RJY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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