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SB62 JVV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

78,466 mi
Last recorded78,466 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB62 JVV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 78,466 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 78,466 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 62,799 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 54,147 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 46,026 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 42,037 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 41,717 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 35,250 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 22,724 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 22,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 18,797 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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SB62 JVV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SB62 JVV, 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 SB62 JVV registered?

SB62 JVV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is SB62 JVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB62 JVV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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