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SP12 FBX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

55,401 mi
Last recorded55,401 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 FBX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 55,401 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 51,925 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 51,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 48,649 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 46,857 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 45,451 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 45,451 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 41,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished in treads (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 39,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished in treads (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear tyres are worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 37,987 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Sep 2018 34,095 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 31,613 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 25,141 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 20,402 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 15,358 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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SP12 FBX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SP12 FBX, 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 SP12 FBX registered?

SP12 FBX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 April 2012.

Is SP12 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 FBX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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