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LD12 BDO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,507 mi
Last recorded2,507 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 BDO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 2,507 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 2,498 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 2,396 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 2,313 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 1,974 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 1,738 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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LD12 BDO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LD12 BDO, 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

How do I check the history of LD12 BDO?

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What year was LD12 BDO registered?

LD12 BDO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is LD12 BDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD12 BDO shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LD12 BDO have outstanding finance?

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