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G21 CCT

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,246 mi
Last recorded96,246 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG21 CCT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 96,246 miles

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

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

rear subframe and suspension corroded but not weakened

Pass 12 Feb 2025 87,294 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 83,436 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2023 79,446 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2023 79,446 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 75,169 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 71,852 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 65,637 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 54,941 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer and cracking 215/40/18wr (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre 215/40/18wr

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer and cracking 215/40/18wr (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 48,514 miles

both front tyres wearing inside and outside edges and cracking 215/40/18wr

can,t inspected under car fully due to covers fitted

n/s/f and n/s/r jacking pads missing and sill panel covers slightly loose

rear brake pads inner looks low and wear on discs

Pass 10 Dec 2016 42,566 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/35/18wr (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/35/18wr slight bulge side wall (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 34,760 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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G21 CCT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 G21 CCT, 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 G21 CCT registered?

G21 CCT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 November 2012.

Is G21 CCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G21 CCT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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