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FM12 NUF

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

43,486 mi
Last recorded43,486 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM12 NUF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 43,486 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 40,823 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 40,814 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 37,528 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 35,606 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 32,890 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 30,102 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 28,429 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 25,783 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 22,931 miles

under trays fitted front to rear

Pass 23 Jun 2017 19,929 miles

under trays under vehicle front to rear

Pass 15 Jul 2016 17,874 miles

Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Aug 2015 13,802 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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FM12 NUF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc petrol 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 FM12 NUF, 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

How do I check the history of FM12 NUF?

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What year was FM12 NUF registered?

FM12 NUF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 August 2012.

Is FM12 NUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM12 NUF 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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