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GW09 DUB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

133,741 mi
Last recorded133,741 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW09 DUB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 133,741 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 128,719 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2025 128,717 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2024 114,597 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 85,837 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 84,078 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 76,044 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 75,458 miles

engine and under trays fitted

sill trims fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2020 67,709 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 67,048 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 57,919 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 50,301 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 37,993 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 25,234 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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GW09 DUB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GW09 DUB, 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 GW09 DUB registered?

GW09 DUB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 November 2012.

Is GW09 DUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW09 DUB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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