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WL61 EXJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,017 mi
Last recorded99,017 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL61 EXJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 99,017 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 99,014 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 90,850 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 88,656 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 80,842 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush deteriorated/cracking both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff slightly leaking.

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 80,797 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush deteriorated/cracking both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff slightly leaking.

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 68,929 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 60,281 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 9 Nov 2020 60,256 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Nov 2019 55,391 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 48,679 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 40,184 miles

both rear tyres have slight cracking to edges

Pass 2 Nov 2016 31,860 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 23,479 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 17,167 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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WL61 EXJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WL61 EXJ, 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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What year was WL61 EXJ registered?

WL61 EXJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 January 2012.

Is WL61 EXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL61 EXJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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