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M111 EHX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,060 mi
Last recorded125,060 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM111 EHX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2025 125,060 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 115,153 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2023 104,857 miles

engine trims fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2022 95,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside track control arm inner ball joint has slight play

Pass 3 Mar 2021 85,642 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 77,702 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 64,387 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 51,557 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 39,976 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 27,606 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 12 Nov 2015 27,108 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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M111 EHX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 M111 EHX, 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 M111 EHX registered?

M111 EHX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 November 2012.

Is M111 EHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M111 EHX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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