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WJ12 BYK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,466 mi
Last recorded48,466 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 BYK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 48,466 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2026 48,466 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2025 46,878 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 45,532 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 43,618 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 41,839 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 38,994 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 36,560 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 32,860 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 28,899 miles

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

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

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 22 Feb 2017 24,970 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Feb 2016 21,108 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Feb 2015 16,108 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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WJ12 BYK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue 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 WJ12 BYK, 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 WJ12 BYK registered?

WJ12 BYK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is WJ12 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ12 BYK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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