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JA59 NKS

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

57,530 mi
Last recorded57,530 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJA59 NKS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 57,530 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 52,313 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 47,185 miles

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

Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 44,046 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 41,316 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2020 38,320 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 36,403 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 33,606 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 33,606 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 31,115 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 28,911 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2016 23,973 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 23,973 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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JA59 NKS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 JA59 NKS, 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 JA59 NKS registered?

JA59 NKS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 December 2012.

Is JA59 NKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for JA59 NKS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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