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HV12 VVJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,456 mi
Last recorded131,456 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV12 VVJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 131,456 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2024 131,333 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroding (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front headlight contaminated with condensation - beam image only just visible

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges,damaged around outer sidewall,becoming low on tread

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring view of testable items

Pass 14 Feb 2023 119,301 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2022 102,731 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 94,138 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 94,135 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2019 80,489 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 59,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear suspension bump stops wearing out.

Pass 5 Apr 2017 51,984 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 43,571 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 35,046 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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HV12 VVJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HV12 VVJ, 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 HV12 VVJ registered?

HV12 VVJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is HV12 VVJ safe to buy?

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