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GL12 SYZ

2012 BMW X1

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

149,849 mi
Last recorded149,849 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X166,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 SYZ
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 149,849 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2026 149,849 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 140,464 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm inner bush slight wear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Slightly cloudy. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm inner bush slight wear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing slightly on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Slightly cloudy. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 127,584 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jul 2023 116,823 miles

Front tyre wear is uneven

Pass 22 Jul 2022 106,003 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 97,294 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 95,495 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 85,794 miles

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 71,143 miles

Rear both rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 28 Jul 2017 59,032 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 49,295 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 34,411 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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GL12 SYZ is a 2012 BMW X1 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 66,690 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL12 SYZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL12 SYZ registered?

GL12 SYZ is a 2012 BMW X1, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is GL12 SYZ safe to buy?

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