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RV12 WWJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,026 mi
Last recorded39,026 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 WWJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 39,026 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 38,584 miles

Nearside Front Day running light not working.

Pass 2 Aug 2024 37,782 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 36,416 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 34,862 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 34,862 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 32,766 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 31,291 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 29,444 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 27,620 miles

Engine covers/undertrays

Pass 8 Apr 2017 17,540 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 14,810 miles

both front tyres starting to get low on tread on outer edges

Pass 1 Apr 2015 11,390 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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RV12 WWJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol 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 RV12 WWJ, 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 RV12 WWJ?

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What year was RV12 WWJ registered?

RV12 WWJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is RV12 WWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 WWJ 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.

Does RV12 WWJ have outstanding finance?

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