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NG12 UPK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

199,906 mi
Last recorded199,906 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG12 UPK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 199,906 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 195,181 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2022 195,181 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside, wipers fitted under P.R.S (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 187,410 miles

Nearside Rear number plate light slighty dim

Rear wiper torn

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view all rear (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 187,410 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear number plate light slighty dim

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

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

Rear wiper torn

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view all rear (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 180,517 miles

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

Slight Play OSF Steering Arm

Fail 2 Nov 2020 180,517 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 205/55/16 fitted not 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (b))

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

Slight Play OSF Steering Arm

Pass 8 Oct 2019 175,384 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 168,101 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 159,007 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 146,859 miles

SERVICE OVERDUE

Fail 15 Sep 2016 146,859 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

SERVICE OVERDUE

Fail 29 Jul 2015 122,007 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise os/f tyre cut sidewall no cords exsposed,

Pass 29 Jul 2015 122,007 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise os/f tyre cut sidewall no cords exsposed,

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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NG12 UPK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 NG12 UPK, 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.

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NG12 UPK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 August 2012.

Is NG12 UPK safe to buy?

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