MOT Status
ValidMileage
156,561 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Central Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Central Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Nail in tyre
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))
Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (b))
Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Nail in tyre
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))
Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
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SE12 OAM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 SE12 OAM, 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.
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What year was SE12 OAM registered?
SE12 OAM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 August 2012.
Is SE12 OAM safe to buy?
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