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FH12 ZHM

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,954 mi
Last recorded96,954 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 ZHM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 96,954 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 93,281 miles

Rear Diff slightly leaking

Pass 20 Dec 2022 89,884 miles

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

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

Rear Rear diff seal slightly leaking

Pass 22 Dec 2021 85,755 miles

Rear Axle diff seal leaking

Pass 23 Dec 2020 84,009 miles

rear axle diff pinion seal sweating.

Pass 5 Jul 2019 75,973 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 66,268 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 58,814 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2017 58,814 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 47,645 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 47,645 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 36,638 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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 ZHM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZHM, 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 ZHM registered?

FH12 ZHM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 July 2012.

Is FH12 ZHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH12 ZHM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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