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L28 MEL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,230 mi
Last recorded42,230 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL28 MEL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 42,230 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2025 38,830 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 35,003 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 31,468 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 31,466 miles

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel 94kg/f (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel 72kg/f (1.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 27,906 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 23,971 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 20,457 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 17,367 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 13,874 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 10,716 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 7,143 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 6,055 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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L28 MEL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 L28 MEL, 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 L28 MEL registered?

L28 MEL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is L28 MEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L28 MEL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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