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LE05 PGE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

96,826 mi
Last recorded96,826 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE05 PGE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 96,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

brake pad warning light on dash

Fail 30 Oct 2025 96,782 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

brake pad warning light on dash

Pass 14 Aug 2024 85,069 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 84,799 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 74,336 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 63,118 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 51,962 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 45,995 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 43,719 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 37,592 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 37,592 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both front and rear (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 34,600 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 26,438 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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LE05 PGE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LE05 PGE, 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 LE05 PGE registered?

LE05 PGE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is LE05 PGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE05 PGE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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