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FL12 FBN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

129,363 mi
Last recorded129,363 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 FBN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 129,363 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2025 129,241 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 113,674 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Oct 2023 103,423 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Sep 2022 91,864 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 86,567 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 82,703 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 78,200 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 73,473 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 65,237 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 60,324 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 56,143 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 49,282 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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FL12 FBN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 FL12 FBN, 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 FL12 FBN registered?

FL12 FBN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FL12 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL12 FBN 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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