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MK12 OUO

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,963 mi
Last recorded131,963 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 OUO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 131,963 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 131,963 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 125,160 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 119,311 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2023 119,311 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 112,757 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 104,710 miles

Rear Seats and seatbelts NOT inspected as in use at time of test.

Fail 17 May 2021 104,710 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Unknown wiper condition. (3.5 (a))

Rear Seats and seatbelts NOT inspected as in use at time of test.

Pass 15 May 2020 99,903 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 91,637 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 91,615 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2018 84,268 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 79,491 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 79,463 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 63,802 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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MK12 OUO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 OUO, 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 OUO?

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What year was MK12 OUO registered?

MK12 OUO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is MK12 OUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK12 OUO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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