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LO12 XGU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

168,447 mi
Last recorded168,447 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 XGU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 168,447 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 160,242 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 132,503 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 132,503 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 108,310 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 90,158 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

tested under wet conditions

Pass 24 Jul 2020 79,322 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2019 69,317 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

vehicle was too clean to trigger the smoke meter

Pass 2 Aug 2018 55,193 miles

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2017 41,774 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit low to tread 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit low to tread 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 30,492 miles

Lower undertray and top covers fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2015 18,608 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres cracking between tread

both rear tyres worn to limit on inner edge,advise replace

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 XGU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XGU, 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 LO12 XGU registered?

LO12 XGU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is LO12 XGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 XGU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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