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VN12 RNV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,197 mi
Last recorded110,197 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 RNV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 110,197 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 110,172 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 102,520 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavily outer edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 99,334 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 92,642 miles

slight side to side movement o/s front wheel

Pass 20 Mar 2020 81,378 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 81,376 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 71,982 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edge 235/45/17

Pass 16 Mar 2018 63,144 miles

All tyres cracking on outer edge

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 54,814 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 32,678 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 23,391 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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VN12 RNV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VN12 RNV, 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 VN12 RNV registered?

VN12 RNV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 June 2012.

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