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MB08 EAB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,752 mi
Last recorded110,752 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMB08 EAB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 110,752 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 107,220 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 97,133 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2021 87,734 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jan 2020 80,443 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Jan 2019 72,030 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 61,788 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 49,070 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 37,839 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 35,987 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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MB08 EAB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 MB08 EAB, 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 MB08 EAB registered?

MB08 EAB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is MB08 EAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MB08 EAB shows 10 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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