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S26 WYG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

78,249 mi
Last recorded78,249 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 WYG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 78,249 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2026 78,249 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 76,537 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 74,777 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 70,397 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 64,008 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 59,468 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 55,128 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 48,944 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 42,056 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 38,777 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 31,090 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 24,961 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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S26 WYG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,996cc 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 S26 WYG, 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 S26 WYG?

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What year was S26 WYG registered?

S26 WYG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 November 2012.

Is S26 WYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S26 WYG 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 S26 WYG have outstanding finance?

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