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MT12 UZN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

176,963 mi
Last recorded176,963 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT12 UZN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 176,963 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 2mm!! (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 168,561 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 166,020 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 165,535 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 160,026 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2022 160,026 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 131,096 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 129,254 miles

shock absorber dust boots/ bump stops deteriorated: os front and ns rear

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring / limiting access to areas and or items

vehicle presented with sports suspension springs / shocks and is substantially lowered from standard

Pass 14 Oct 2019 116,127 miles

Offside Front shock absorber dust boot / bump stop deteriorated / split

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields /engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

vehicle presented lowered with sports suspension springs / shocks fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2018 91,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency MET. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Readings 160 / 140 eff 20%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields /engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

vehicle presented lowered with sports suspension springs / shocks fitted

Fail 6 Oct 2018 91,160 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured inner face. Cracked on rim + inappropriately repaired (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency MET. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Readings 160 / 140 eff 20%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields /engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

vehicle presented lowered with sports suspension springs / shocks fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2017 69,049 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 51,048 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

both front tyres have damage to outerside wall and cracking in tread

both rear brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 21 Jul 2015 46,143 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 46,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MT12 UZN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 MT12 UZN, 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 MT12 UZN registered?

MT12 UZN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 June 2012.

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