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LH12 AEA

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,650 mi
Last recorded59,650 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH12 AEA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 59,650 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2025 57,934 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 54,208 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 49,708 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 45,869 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Sep 2021 40,727 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Sep 2020 35,216 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Sep 2019 29,162 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Fail 10 Sep 2019 29,161 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Sep 2018 23,606 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 19,807 miles

plastic covers and under trays fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2016 16,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder worn (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 13,037 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 12,121 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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LH12 AEA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 LH12 AEA, 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 LH12 AEA?

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What year was LH12 AEA registered?

LH12 AEA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 June 2012.

Is LH12 AEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH12 AEA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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