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MJ12 FGM

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,676 mi
Last recorded146,676 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ12 FGM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 146,676 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 145,482 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Cracked (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie rod ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 120,745 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 104,022 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on min pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on min pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear bumper damaged

Pass 14 Apr 2023 89,405 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 56,808 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 38,424 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 38,424 miles

Rear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 38,040 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 38,039 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure Likely to become detached (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 37,370 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 36,509 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 34,721 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 32,647 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 30,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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MJ12 FGM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MJ12 FGM, 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 MJ12 FGM registered?

MJ12 FGM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 June 2012.

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