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SCZ 151

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

110,162 mi
Last recorded110,162 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCZ 151
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 110,162 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner facings delaminating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2024 106,941 miles

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

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

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 27 Nov 2023 104,416 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2022 102,879 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2022 102,875 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 101,482 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 98,945 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 98,945 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 81,160 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

front brake disc's are slighty worn

rear brake disc's are slightly corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2018 73,099 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 59,332 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 41,691 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 28,589 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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SCZ 151 is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SCZ 151, 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 SCZ 151 registered?

SCZ 151 is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is SCZ 151 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCZ 151 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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