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SL12 URE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

55,399 mi
Last recorded55,399 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 URE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 55,399 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2025 52,034 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 48,749 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2024 48,749 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2023 43,865 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2023 43,865 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 40,168 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 36,291 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 32,279 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 32,279 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 28,610 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 28,607 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2018 25,075 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 21,581 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 21,580 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge on inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front outter edge of tyre worn off

Offside Front none run flat tyre fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2016 18,563 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 15,544 miles

Items removed from mirror

Under trays fitted

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 URE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 SL12 URE, 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 URE registered?

SL12 URE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is SL12 URE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL12 URE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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