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LV12 MYA

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

89,141 mi
Last recorded89,141 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 MYA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 89,141 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 83,638 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened also lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm left (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 19 Feb 2025 83,638 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened also lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm left (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 82,025 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 77,634 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 70,806 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 64,256 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 56,839 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 51,028 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 44,978 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 39,908 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 34,232 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 29,651 miles

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

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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LV12 MYA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LV12 MYA, 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 LV12 MYA?

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What year was LV12 MYA registered?

LV12 MYA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is LV12 MYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV12 MYA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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