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WF12 MMJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,407 mi
Last recorded31,407 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF12 MMJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 31,407 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 25,922 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 22,834 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 22,834 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 20,280 miles

N/s/r tyre tread close to legal limit.

Fail 6 Oct 2021 20,279 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

N/s/r tyre tread close to legal limit.

Pass 12 Oct 2020 18,906 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 16,776 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 14,602 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 10,969 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 8,623 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 7,156 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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WF12 MMJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol 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 WF12 MMJ, 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 WF12 MMJ registered?

WF12 MMJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is WF12 MMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF12 MMJ shows 12 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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