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FL12 UBB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,032 mi
Last recorded151,032 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 151,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective water in lamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake only just met the minimum requirements

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 140,232 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 129,032 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 119,402 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 109,552 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 98,740 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 85,310 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 65,135 miles

Front tyres worn on outer shoulder.

Offside Rear Tyre wearing low.

Under trays fitted.

Pass 15 Feb 2018 44,218 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 35,980 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 27,384 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 18,614 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 UBB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UBB, 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 UBB registered?

FL12 UBB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is FL12 UBB safe to buy?

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