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GV12 UUZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,055 mi
Last recorded62,055 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 UUZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 62,055 miles

Offside Front play evident within steering system [rack]

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 51,553 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Feb 2024 41,353 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 33,070 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 32,974 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 32,974 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 32,108 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 30,958 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 29,795 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2018 27,488 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2017 25,159 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 23,167 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 20,173 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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GV12 UUZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GV12 UUZ, 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

How do I check the history of GV12 UUZ?

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What year was GV12 UUZ registered?

GV12 UUZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is GV12 UUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV12 UUZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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