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M15 EPN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

90,716 mi
Last recorded90,716 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM15 EPN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 90,716 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 85,314 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Dec 2023 80,459 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 76,065 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 74,103 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2021 74,103 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 70,707 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 66,263 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 60,959 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 54,071 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 45,755 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 37,698 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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M15 EPN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 M15 EPN, 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 M15 EPN?

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What year was M15 EPN registered?

M15 EPN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is M15 EPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M15 EPN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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