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WJ12 UCC

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,094 mi
Last recorded76,094 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 UCC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 76,094 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 76,084 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 72,549 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 68,952 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front at 28% o/s front brake lazy in operation (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front condensated (4.1.4 (b))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 50,235 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 37,208 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 32,909 miles

engine cover,under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2019 29,325 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Fail 20 Feb 2019 29,325 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2018 26,210 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 21,859 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 18,349 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 18,229 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 13,813 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 UCC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UCC, 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 UCC registered?

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

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