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SL12 BXC

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,769 mi
Last recorded98,769 miles
Recorded on10 May 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 BXC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2022 98,769 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2021 94,739 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 87,842 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracked on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 75,108 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 75,108 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 60,212 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 59,774 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 45,743 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 32,298 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 24,346 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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SL12 BXC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SL12 BXC, 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 SL12 BXC registered?

SL12 BXC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is SL12 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL12 BXC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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