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RJ62 SVE

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,031 mi
Last recorded61,031 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ62 SVE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 61,031 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 59,890 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 58,804 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 56,525 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 52,467 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 48,580 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 17 Dec 2019 45,894 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 13 Dec 2018 40,339 miles

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 7 Dec 2017 34,047 miles

Both rear tyres on 3mm.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 7 Dec 2016 26,395 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 19,507 miles

Undertrays fitted.

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 SVE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol 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 RJ62 SVE, 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

How do I check the history of RJ62 SVE?

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What year was RJ62 SVE registered?

RJ62 SVE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is RJ62 SVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ62 SVE 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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