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SB62 VYX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,153 mi
Last recorded120,153 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB62 VYX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 120,153 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 107,871 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2024 107,871 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 May 2023 97,795 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 92,219 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 86,072 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 86,072 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2020 76,255 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 66,650 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 57,554 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 43,773 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 30,364 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 VYX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 VYX, 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 SB62 VYX?

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What year was SB62 VYX registered?

SB62 VYX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is SB62 VYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB62 VYX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB62 VYX have outstanding finance?

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