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MF12 NBM

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

71,381 mi
Last recorded71,381 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 NBM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 71,381 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 71,094 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 69,243 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 69,243 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2023 66,698 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 64,741 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 63,433 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 62,334 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 61,778 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 59,748 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 53,548 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 42,254 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 32,508 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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MF12 NBM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc 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 MF12 NBM, 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 MF12 NBM?

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What year was MF12 NBM registered?

MF12 NBM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is MF12 NBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 NBM 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.

Does MF12 NBM have outstanding finance?

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