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X28 MTP

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

92,215 mi
Last recorded92,215 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX28 MTP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 92,215 miles

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Slight damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear TPMS lamp on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge also slightly perished 245 35 18 xl (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2025 90,019 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 90,019 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2024 87,731 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underbody corrosion

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 84,737 miles

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

Windscreen has damage

Pass 21 Nov 2020 78,303 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 72,901 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2019 72,868 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (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))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 57,988 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 49,383 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 39,083 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 30,550 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 30,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Tyres getting low on tread

Offside Rear Tyre has a nail in it

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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X28 MTP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 X28 MTP, 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 X28 MTP registered?

X28 MTP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is X28 MTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X28 MTP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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