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M12 CTE

2020 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,193 mi
Last recorded17,193 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2020 BMW 1 Series29,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM12 CTE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2020
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 21 May 2026 17,193 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2025 73,053 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 15,084 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 65,291 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 13,034 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 1 Sep 2023 51,162 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 8,036 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 38,267 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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M12 CTE is a 2020 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 29,126 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 M12 CTE, 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 6 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M12 CTE?

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What year was M12 CTE registered?

M12 CTE is a 2020 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 July 2020.

Is M12 CTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M12 CTE shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M12 CTE have outstanding finance?

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