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SG12 SAG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,083 mi
Last recorded82,083 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 SAG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 82,083 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 79,397 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 67,616 miles
Fail 3 May 2024 67,615 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 67,359 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2023 67,359 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 60,010 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 57,264 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 53,227 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 47,128 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 42,309 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 37,399 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 32,515 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 26,942 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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SG12 SAG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SG12 SAG, 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 SG12 SAG?

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What year was SG12 SAG registered?

SG12 SAG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is SG12 SAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG12 SAG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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