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Y666 JDB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

152,121 mi
Last recorded152,121 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY666 JDB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 152,121 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 140,639 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 128,157 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 115,862 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Oct 2021 106,298 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 106,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also low on edges 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 102,000 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 91,204 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 72,430 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 54,677 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 37,683 miles

Washers very week but still provide enough fluid

Pass 17 Sep 2015 26,513 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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Y666 JDB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y666 JDB, 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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Y666 JDB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is Y666 JDB safe to buy?

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