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WJ12 HXL

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,333 mi
Last recorded133,333 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 HXL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 133,333 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 118,936 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bump stop (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted, not allowing full inspection of testable items

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2025 118,925 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bump stop (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS illuminated

Undertrays fitted, not allowing full inspection of testable items

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 103,530 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 103,530 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 99,596 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 90,984 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 85,465 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 85,456 miles

Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 81,252 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 81,252 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 59,498 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 40,032 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 32,589 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 26,125 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 17,019 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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WJ12 HXL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HXL, 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.

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WJ12 HXL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 March 2012.

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