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SE12 BUU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,291 mi
Last recorded49,291 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE12 BUU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2024 49,291 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 46,482 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 43,237 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2020 37,123 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 36,352 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 33,389 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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SE12 BUU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SE12 BUU, 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 SE12 BUU?

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What year was SE12 BUU registered?

SE12 BUU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is SE12 BUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE12 BUU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SE12 BUU have outstanding finance?

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