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LO12 FZD

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,577 mi
Last recorded26,577 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

RegistrationLO12 FZD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 26,577 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 22,804 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 20,853 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 19,263 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 17,666 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 16,106 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 15,103 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 13,407 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 11,085 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 9,422 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 1 Jun 2016 7,325 miles

Item removed from drivers view prior to test.

Pass 1 Jun 2015 5,664 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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LO12 FZD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LO12 FZD, 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 LO12 FZD?

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What year was LO12 FZD registered?

LO12 FZD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is LO12 FZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 FZD shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LO12 FZD have outstanding finance?

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