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PE12 FPU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

157,633 mi
Last recorded157,633 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE12 FPU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 157,633 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 154,643 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 144,675 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 130,692 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

handbrake travel long and efforts uneven

Pass 23 Apr 2022 117,853 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 117,853 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 114,913 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 106,694 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 104,085 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 99,583 miles

WATER IN BOTH FRONT FOG LIGHTS AND N/S WING REPEATER

emissions too clean to register on machine

Fail 13 Mar 2018 99,513 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

WATER IN BOTH FRONT FOG LIGHTS AND N/S WING REPEATER

Pass 28 Mar 2017 83,809 miles

emissions too clean for analyser to recognise

Pass 6 Apr 2016 72,060 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 57,428 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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PE12 FPU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PE12 FPU, 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 PE12 FPU registered?

PE12 FPU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 April 2012.

Is PE12 FPU safe to buy?

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