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PS59 LJS

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

41,423 mi
Last recorded41,423 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPS59 LJS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 41,423 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 39,331 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 36,721 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 27,715 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 26,362 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 26,362 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre advise early replacement of tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread patterns, advise early replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 25,360 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 24,809 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 23,932 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2018 22,728 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2017 20,764 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 May 2016 17,842 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 15,121 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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PS59 LJS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 PS59 LJS, 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 PS59 LJS registered?

PS59 LJS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is PS59 LJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PS59 LJS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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