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MV12 HWB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,793 mi
Last recorded54,793 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV12 HWB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2026 54,793 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 52,829 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2024 50,835 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 48,239 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 45,881 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 42,642 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 39,999 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2019 36,016 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 32,875 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 29,298 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 27,421 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 26,673 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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MV12 HWB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MV12 HWB, 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 MV12 HWB registered?

MV12 HWB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is MV12 HWB safe to buy?

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