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FH12 MYU

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

76,380 mi
Last recorded76,380 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 MYU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 76,380 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 66,621 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 57,591 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 54,133 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 49,056 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 44,253 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 65,918 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 36,871 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 33,139 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 28,959 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2017 28,959 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 24,042 miles

Centre Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front tyre bald on outer edge

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

Offside Front tyre bald on outer edge

Pass 26 Jun 2015 14,417 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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FH12 MYU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FH12 MYU, 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 FH12 MYU registered?

FH12 MYU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is FH12 MYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH12 MYU 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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