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N12 SGE

2021 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,461 mi
Last recorded84,461 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN12 SGE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 84,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 225/45/18 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/18 non runflat? (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Fail 5 May 2026 84,461 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/35/18 non runflat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 225/45/18 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/18 non runflat? (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Mar 2026 38,252 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 74,900 miles

Undertrays fitted, Obscuring the view if some components.

Fail 29 Apr 2025 74,900 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Undertrays fitted, Obscuring the view if some components.

Pass 4 Apr 2025 33,616 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 33,616 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2024 65,907 miles

TPMS calibration in progress, lamp on

Pass 13 Apr 2024 27,329 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 27,329 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2023 53,395 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 50,442 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2022 50,437 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured 2x crack (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 46,985 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 41,201 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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N12 SGE is a 2021 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N12 SGE, 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 5 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N12 SGE registered?

N12 SGE is a 2021 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 April 2021.

Is N12 SGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N12 SGE 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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