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MK12 OTX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,488 mi
Last recorded117,488 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 OTX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 117,488 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 109,990 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 109,386 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 102,216 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 93,334 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 77,132 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 71,251 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Sep 2019 71,251 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 68,233 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 68,233 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 64,487 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 58,794 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 53,562 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 46,804 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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MK12 OTX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MK12 OTX, 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 MK12 OTX?

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What year was MK12 OTX registered?

MK12 OTX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is MK12 OTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK12 OTX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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