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R666 TCS

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,227 mi
Last recorded94,227 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR666 TCS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 94,227 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Electrical wiring insecure brake pad warning wire insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2026 94,225 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid nearside/offside (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking down to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Electrical wiring insecure brake pad warning wire insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 78,906 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 70,520 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp slightly affected by ingress of water (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 64,673 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 59,550 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 52,782 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 47,333 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 40,118 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 31,096 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 23,334 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 17,299 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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R666 TCS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,997cc petrol 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 R666 TCS, 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 R666 TCS registered?

R666 TCS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is R666 TCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R666 TCS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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