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GY12 FLA

2012 BMW X1

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,207 mi
Last recorded118,207 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X166,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 FLA
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 118,207 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2026 118,207 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 110,850 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both low inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn to 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured brake warning wire incorrectly routed (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 105,528 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 102,584 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 102,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 99,168 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 96,568 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 94,947 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 90,934 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 76,371 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test relocated sat navigation / phone holder ()

Pass 30 Jan 2017 66,806 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 51,726 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 36,434 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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GY12 FLA is a 2012 BMW X1 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GY12 FLA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY12 FLA registered?

GY12 FLA is a 2012 BMW X1, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is GY12 FLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY12 FLA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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