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WV12 XGF

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

118,736 mi
Last recorded118,736 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 XGF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 118,736 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 113,783 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 110,648 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 105,578 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Dec 2022 105,577 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 97,774 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 78,891 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 71,003 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 65,266 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 65,229 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess casing split (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess casing split (1.1.15 (a))

Rear tyres wearing on extreme inner edges

Pass 18 Oct 2017 63,881 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 61,592 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 59,504 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 57,404 miles

n/s/f brake pad warning wire fitted incorrectly

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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WV12 XGF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WV12 XGF, 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 WV12 XGF registered?

WV12 XGF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 April 2012.

Is WV12 XGF safe to buy?

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