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GF12 BVU

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,462 mi
Last recorded123,462 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 BVU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2024 123,462 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 102,959 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 97,713 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 97,713 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 90,083 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 90,083 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 87,388 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 23 Jan 2019 83,824 miles

Offside Front tyre sidewall damaged

all tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 24 Jan 2018 77,135 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 70,834 miles

Both rear tyres worn on edges

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 66,866 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 30 Mar 2015 61,583 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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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GF12 BVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GF12 BVU, 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 GF12 BVU registered?

GF12 BVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 April 2012.

Is GF12 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 BVU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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