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WJ12 WEF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,088 mi
Last recorded90,088 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 WEF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2023 90,088 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 80,695 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 74,290 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 69,507 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 67,945 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 56,870 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 55,314 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 50,338 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 41,754 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 27,597 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 26,661 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 WEF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WEF, 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 WEF registered?

WJ12 WEF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is WJ12 WEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ12 WEF shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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