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TRZ 1230

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,633 mi
Last recorded74,633 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRZ 1230
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2025 74,633 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 64,314 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 54,646 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 51,570 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 47,379 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 May 2021 41,567 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 41,552 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 41,377 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 37,059 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing between tread pattern

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

Offside Front tyre perishing between the tread pattern

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on outer shoulder

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 31,347 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 24,967 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 22,470 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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TRZ 1230 is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 TRZ 1230, 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 TRZ 1230 registered?

TRZ 1230 is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is TRZ 1230 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRZ 1230 shows 12 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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