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LD12 UJZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,559 mi
Last recorded61,559 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 UJZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 61,559 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 61,556 miles

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

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 57,273 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 51,603 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 46,461 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 41,789 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 36,791 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 32,983 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 32,981 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 29,205 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 22,001 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 21,884 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 21,340 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 18,562 miles

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Pass 7 Apr 2015 15,885 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 UJZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UJZ, 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 LD12 UJZ registered?

LD12 UJZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is LD12 UJZ safe to buy?

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