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SD62 FYM

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

64,854 mi
Last recorded64,854 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD62 FYM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 64,854 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2024 63,494 miles

Gearbox mounts have slight movement both sides

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2023 61,974 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

wet test carried out & undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2022 55,713 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Nov 2021 49,358 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

undertrays fitted

Fail 13 Nov 2021 49,358 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2020 47,609 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

undertrays fitted

Fail 13 Nov 2020 47,607 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2019 44,705 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2018 38,426 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 36,999 miles

under trays fitted blocking view

Fail 8 Nov 2017 36,992 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake pad wear indicator on

under trays fitted blocking view

Pass 12 Sep 2016 36,846 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

rear wiper torn

Pass 22 Sep 2015 30,957 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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SD62 FYM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black 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 SD62 FYM, 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 SD62 FYM registered?

SD62 FYM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is SD62 FYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD62 FYM 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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