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RJ12 VKV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,518 mi
Last recorded25,518 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ12 VKV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 25,518 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 25,518 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 25,093 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 25,093 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 24,698 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 21 Jun 2023 24,698 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 5 Jul 2022 24,040 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 5 Jul 2022 24,040 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 8 Jul 2021 23,262 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 22,483 miles

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

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

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

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 7 Mar 2018 20,021 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

front and rear tyres wearing on inner tread

Fail 7 Mar 2018 20,021 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

front and rear tyres wearing on inner tread

Pass 20 Mar 2017 18,652 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 18,207 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 14,754 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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RJ12 VKV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RJ12 VKV, 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

How do I check the history of RJ12 VKV?

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What year was RJ12 VKV registered?

RJ12 VKV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is RJ12 VKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ12 VKV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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