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PJ12 GMF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,144 mi
Last recorded90,144 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 GMF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2023 90,144 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 79,101 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2021 79,101 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 70,467 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 61,804 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 52,671 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 44,916 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 38,521 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 30,233 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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PJ12 GMF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PJ12 GMF, 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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What year was PJ12 GMF registered?

PJ12 GMF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is PJ12 GMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ12 GMF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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