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RJ62 VCN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

70,222 mi
Last recorded70,222 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ62 VCN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 70,222 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2024 66,560 miles

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

Fail 24 Dec 2024 66,560 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 61,963 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 57,063 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 57,063 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 53,642 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 50,570 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 46,958 miles

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 17 Dec 2018 38,529 miles

Front number plate in poor condition.

Pass 21 Dec 2017 29,266 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Dec 2017 29,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/S/R tyre sidewall perished

O/S/R tyre sidewall perished

Pass 7 Dec 2016 23,502 miles

N/s/f tyre worn on outer edges.

Small cuts in both rear tyres close to limit.

Pass 11 Dec 2015 16,878 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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RJ62 VCN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VCN, 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 RJ62 VCN registered?

RJ62 VCN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 December 2012.

Is RJ62 VCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ62 VCN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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