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LO61 TFA

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,076 mi
Last recorded116,076 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO61 TFA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 116,076 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 111,294 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 105,371 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 105,371 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 98,860 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 92,443 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 92,426 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 89,343 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 85,225 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 79,955 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 76,817 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 76,805 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 74,015 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 67,611 miles

2x front tyres wearing on outer egde

Pass 24 Nov 2014 50,581 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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LO61 TFA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LO61 TFA, 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 LO61 TFA registered?

LO61 TFA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 January 2012.

Is LO61 TFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO61 TFA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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