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T20 LAX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,497 mi
Last recorded85,497 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT20 LAX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 85,497 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2025 85,497 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 81,622 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 79,550 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 76,037 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2021 73,438 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 68,562 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 56,514 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2018 42,829 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 May 2017 35,460 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 31,968 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Sep 2015 22,514 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on outer edge

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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T20 LAX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T20 LAX, 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 T20 LAX registered?

T20 LAX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is T20 LAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T20 LAX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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