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V7 VSS

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,215 mi
Last recorded73,215 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV7 VSS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 73,215 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 70,113 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 66,465 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 66,355 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour White (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 May 2023 60,720 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 27 Apr 2022 52,480 miles

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 44,785 miles

undertrays and covers fitted obscuring parts of the inspection

Pass 12 May 2020 39,792 miles

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

Offside front and both rear tyres wearing on the inner edge.

Pass 7 May 2019 37,092 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components from checking

Pass 16 May 2018 33,055 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 24,513 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 15,675 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 13,909 miles

both rear tyres starting to get low on tread

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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V7 VSS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 V7 VSS, 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 V7 VSS registered?

V7 VSS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 November 2012.

Is V7 VSS safe to buy?

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