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G12 TUX

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

170,896 mi
Last recorded170,896 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG12 TUX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 170,896 miles

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 145,394 miles

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

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 120,300 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 105,779 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 91,275 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 91,275 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 80,016 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 67,077 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 58,623 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 48,828 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 38,059 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 26,169 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 17,173 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 17,173 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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G12 TUX is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 68,378 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 G12 TUX, 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 15 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G12 TUX registered?

G12 TUX is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 May 2011.

Is G12 TUX safe to buy?

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