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WD12 BAU

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,296 mi
Last recorded133,296 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD12 BAU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 133,296 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 121,964 miles

Emmisions too lean no smoke detected

Pass 22 Feb 2017 112,569 miles

Emissions too lean to register.

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner side wall rippled. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Feb 2017 112,485 miles

Brake warning device not working correctly Brake warning on for pad replacement. (3.3.D.3a)

Central Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Emissions too lean to register.

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner side wall rippled. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 101,972 miles

Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 94,799 miles

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

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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WD12 BAU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 WD12 BAU, 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 WD12 BAU registered?

WD12 BAU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 August 2012.

Is WD12 BAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD12 BAU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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