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XX04 DAB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,841 mi
Last recorded67,841 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXX04 DAB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2025 67,841 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 59,457 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 54,565 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 52,138 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 48,968 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 45,622 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 42,866 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 38,976 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 33,928 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 29,535 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 23,497 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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XX04 DAB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel 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 XX04 DAB, 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 XX04 DAB registered?

XX04 DAB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 October 2012.

Is XX04 DAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for XX04 DAB 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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