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FM12 ZWG

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,049 mi
Last recorded123,049 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM12 ZWG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 123,049 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 111,861 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 101,385 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both, (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both, (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 96,494 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 92,764 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 88,726 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 76,754 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 76,753 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2018 69,604 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 57,620 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 45,315 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 32,406 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 12 May 2015 29,286 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 28,853 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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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FM12 ZWG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 ZWG, 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 FM12 ZWG registered?

FM12 ZWG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is FM12 ZWG safe to buy?

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