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FIL 4923

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

97,602 mi
Last recorded97,602 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIL 4923
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 97,602 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 15 Nov 2025 97,602 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2024 86,154 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Oct 2024 86,154 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 79,159 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 73,647 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2022 73,644 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 65,659 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 65,659 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 59,963 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 59,962 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 54,477 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 49,193 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 45,507 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 45,507 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 41,216 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 36,042 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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FIL 4923 is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FIL 4923, 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 FIL 4923 registered?

FIL 4923 is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 October 2012.

Is FIL 4923 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIL 4923 shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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