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LP12 USW

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,954 mi
Last recorded113,954 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 USW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 113,954 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 113,396 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 112,542 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 112,161 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 111,818 miles

stone chip zone b

Pass 3 Sep 2021 111,417 miles

stone chip within zone b

Fail 3 Sep 2021 111,417 miles

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

stone chip within zone b

Pass 5 Sep 2020 110,767 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 110,172 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 110,172 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 108,760 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 107,948 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 107,060 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 106,227 miles

chips in windscreen

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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LP12 USW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LP12 USW, 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 LP12 USW?

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What year was LP12 USW registered?

LP12 USW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is LP12 USW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 USW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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