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W18 JAM

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,728 mi
Last recorded26,728 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW18 JAM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 26,728 miles

Condensation in nearside headlight.

Pass 6 Nov 2024 24,736 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 23,617 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 22,616 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 20,978 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 20,354 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 19,859 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 18,589 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 16,953 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 15,214 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 13,283 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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W18 JAM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 W18 JAM, 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 W18 JAM registered?

W18 JAM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 November 2012.

Is W18 JAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W18 JAM shows 11 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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