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PX62 SBO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

120,119 mi
Last recorded120,119 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX62 SBO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 120,119 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 114,306 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 114,304 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 107,336 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

plastic cover sills, under floor covers and engine undertrays are fitted preventing the inspection of components

Fail 26 Nov 2021 107,326 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower arm (track control arm) (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer sidewall damage 245/35/19 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front headlamp bulb cover is missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

plastic cover sills, under floor covers and engine undertrays are fitted preventing the inspection of components

Pass 9 Nov 2020 98,877 miles

Front number plate cracked

Nearside Front headlight lens condensaiting

Pass 6 Nov 2019 91,552 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 81,983 miles

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

Offside Front tyre sidewall damaged

front brake discs worn

Fail 28 Nov 2018 81,983 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front tyre sidewall damaged

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 7 Nov 2017 71,832 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 70,666 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 55,752 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All round (3.5.1g)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 3 Oct 2016 55,752 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All round (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 40,191 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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PX62 SBO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 PX62 SBO, 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 PX62 SBO registered?

PX62 SBO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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