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GL12 SWU

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

106,554 mi
Last recorded106,554 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 SWU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 106,554 miles

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

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

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

o/s/f door damaged

Pass 21 Oct 2021 95,329 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 92,331 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 87,920 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Very slight ()

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 81,270 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 79,059 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 70,875 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 62,198 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 51,029 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 51,029 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GL12 SWU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GL12 SWU, 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 GL12 SWU registered?

GL12 SWU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is GL12 SWU safe to buy?

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