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SUN 17L

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,236 mi
Last recorded73,236 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUN 17L
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2025 73,236 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 101,558 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 84,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 45,815 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 39,438 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 35,745 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 25,686 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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SUN 17L is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 SUN 17L, 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 SUN 17L?

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What year was SUN 17L registered?

SUN 17L is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is SUN 17L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUN 17L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SUN 17L have outstanding finance?

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