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LD12 ZZJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,960 mi
Last recorded64,960 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 ZZJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 64,960 miles

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

all indicators flashing fast when hazards switched on

exhaust flexy deteriorated

Fail 16 Sep 2026 64,959 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bolt loose/insecure (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when fog lamp switched on (4.3.3 (b))

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

all indicators flashing fast when hazards switched on

exhaust flexy deteriorated

Pass 11 Sep 2025 60,629 miles

All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun strip (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside park brake reading low

exhaust flexi in poor condition

hazard warning lights flash erratically with ignition on

Pass 12 Sep 2024 55,485 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun strip (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

hazard warning lamps flash fast

Fail 11 Sep 2024 55,476 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun strip (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

hazard warning lamps flash fast

Pass 23 Aug 2023 50,714 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 45,768 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 44,378 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 44,378 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 41,378 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 36,265 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 31,651 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2017 28,111 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

nearside rear tyre worn on the inner edge

Pass 8 Apr 2016 20,550 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 20,530 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 16,014 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 ZZJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZZJ, 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.

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What year was LD12 ZZJ registered?

LD12 ZZJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is LD12 ZZJ safe to buy?

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