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RJ62 EPN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,542 mi
Last recorded70,542 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ62 EPN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 70,542 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 65,202 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2023 65,202 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Dec 2022 59,845 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 59,845 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 56,583 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2021 56,583 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 54,582 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 50,919 miles

n/s and o/s rear diff seals leaking oil

Pass 30 Nov 2018 43,394 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 34,693 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 34,674 miles

Nearside Front Brake performance not tested disc too small for pads (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part rubbing on bracket wrong hose fitted (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

front tyres worn on edges

light scratch on screen

Offside Front osf wheel camber incorrect

Pass 21 Nov 2016 26,243 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 19,073 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre slightly worn from inner edges

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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RJ62 EPN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RJ62 EPN, 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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What year was RJ62 EPN registered?

RJ62 EPN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is RJ62 EPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ62 EPN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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