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RF12 TZV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,010 mi
Last recorded99,010 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 TZV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2022 99,010 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 82,787 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2021 82,787 miles

Front Position lamp not working X2 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 82,252 miles

Front and rear bump stops perished

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure High level (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 76,174 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 6 Nov 2019 73,175 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

crankshaft damper pulley breaking up

Pass 15 Nov 2018 65,587 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 61,825 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 54,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 47,517 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 43,373 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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RF12 TZV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RF12 TZV, 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 RF12 TZV registered?

RF12 TZV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 August 2012.

Is RF12 TZV safe to buy?

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