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H3 GEU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

131,703 mi
Last recorded131,703 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 GEU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 131,703 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2026 131,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2025 114,001 miles

Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun visor fitted (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Fail 30 May 2025 114,001 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working no fitting in headlight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun visor fitted (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2024 101,858 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2024 101,856 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2022 77,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 62,696 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 57,171 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 51,902 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE WEARING ON THE OUTSIDE (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 51,896 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4 mm,would recommend replacing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4 mm,would recommend replacing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 51,822 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads low,would recommend replacing (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4 mm,would recommend replacing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4 mm,would recommend replacing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 46,219 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 41,552 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 15 Sep 2017 41,527 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 36,354 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 36,354 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 24,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer shoulder

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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H3 GEU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H3 GEU, 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 H3 GEU registered?

H3 GEU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is H3 GEU safe to buy?

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