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FM12 GNN

2012 BMW X1

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

110,344 mi
Last recorded110,344 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X166,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM12 GNN
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 110,344 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front, both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 96,076 miles

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 86,255 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 86,255 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 78,403 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 69,094 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 61,561 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 56,360 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 56,360 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 50,089 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 47,144 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 40,365 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 34,580 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 26,231 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 15,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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FM12 GNN is a 2012 BMW X1 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 66,690 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM12 GNN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM12 GNN registered?

FM12 GNN is a 2012 BMW X1, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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The MOT history for FM12 GNN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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