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SD62 RFJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,878 mi
Last recorded129,878 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD62 RFJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2023 129,878 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 114,637 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 99,609 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 83,469 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 65,099 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 56,332 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 51,480 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 42,395 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 32,474 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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SD62 RFJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 SD62 RFJ, 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 RFJ registered?

SD62 RFJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is SD62 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD62 RFJ shows 9 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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