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G13 JDR

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

55,697 mi
Last recorded55,697 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG13 JDR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 55,697 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 55,696 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2024 55,379 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 52,957 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 47,861 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 44,689 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Feb 2021 41,371 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 38,568 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 35,559 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 33,456 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 29,934 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 26,091 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 24,579 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 24,525 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 22,747 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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G13 JDR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 G13 JDR, 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 G13 JDR registered?

G13 JDR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is G13 JDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G13 JDR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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