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LM12 YMF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,592 mi
Last recorded66,592 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 YMF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 66,592 miles

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

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2025 66,592 miles

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

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

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 59,135 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 52,418 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 45,881 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2022 45,881 miles

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

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 38,776 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 38,776 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 32,210 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 23,044 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 18,010 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 10,552 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 5,699 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 7,627 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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LM12 YMF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LM12 YMF, 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 LM12 YMF registered?

LM12 YMF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is LM12 YMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM12 YMF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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