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OO08 JLD

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

128,583 mi
Last recorded128,583 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOO08 JLD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 128,583 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 123,197 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 118,600 miles

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

Nearside Front plastic cover missing by inner wing

engine covers and undertrays fitted

surface rust on underside of vehicle

Fail 30 Jan 2024 118,600 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

surface rust on underside of vehicle

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

Nearside Front plastic cover missing by inner wing

Pass 2 Feb 2023 109,658 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 95,884 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 87,978 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 87,645 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 73,396 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 56,298 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 46,294 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 35,771 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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OO08 JLD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 OO08 JLD, 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 OO08 JLD registered?

OO08 JLD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 September 2012.

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