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SP12 VUF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,095 mi
Last recorded78,095 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 VUF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Dec 2022 78,095 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 76,121 miles

engine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2020 73,356 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2019 71,957 miles

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

engine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2018 68,729 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 56,901 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Offside and Nearside 2mm tread remaining (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 45,416 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2016 36,931 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 26,958 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)

front wipers smearing

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 VUF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VUF, 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 SP12 VUF?

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What year was SP12 VUF registered?

SP12 VUF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SP12 VUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 VUF shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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