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2012 BMW X1 2.0L Diesel · MW12 YMJ

MW12 YMJ

2012 BMW X1 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 87,813 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW X1
Year / Origin
2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 24 Jun 2025
Road Tax
Untaxed (04 Nov 2024)
Recorded Mileage
87,813 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 24 Jun 2025
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 04 Nov 2024
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2012
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean result in its most recent inspection. The latest MOT test conducted in June 2024 at 87,813 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the minor wear issues identified in previous years were addressed. This transition from multiple advisories to a clean pass suggests the current owner is proactive in maintaining the vehicle once faults are flagged by the tester. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle for its age, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. There is a notable gap of over 16,000 miles between August 2022 and June 2024, which represents a period of higher usage compared to the preceding years. However, the total distance remains under 90,000 miles for a 14-year-old BMW, which generally means mechanical components like rubber bushings and seals may be more susceptible to age-related degradation rather than high mileage-driven wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the suspension and alignment, given the recurring uneven tyre wear noted in the 2022 and 2023 tests on the outer edges of the front and offside rear tyres. This pattern often indicates worn control arm bushes or tracking geometry issues that require adjustment. While the headlamp lenses were flagged in 2023, a physical check should ensure the clouding or moisture ingress has not returned since the last pass. The absence of structural corrosion advisories in the history is a positive indicator for the chassis integrity of this model.

MW12 YMJ Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/06/2024
  • 87,813 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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MW12 YMJ Mileage History

  1. 09/08/202256,382 mi
  2. 11/08/202372,509 mi+16,127 mi
  3. 26/06/202487,813 mi+15,304 mi

Average of roughly 16,702 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

MW12 YMJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 21:29
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW X1 (MW12 YMJ) between August 2022 and June 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
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ADVISORY