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SH62 CVR

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,418 mi
Last recorded84,418 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH62 CVR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 84,418 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2025 84,409 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Vehicle lighting switch broken (4.2.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 81,410 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 74,817 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 70,557 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 66,798 miles

top covers under trays sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2019 46,223 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 42,319 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 40,226 miles

Central Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 35,972 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 35,972 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 28,447 miles

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

Nearside front tyre badly worn on outer edge

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

Offside front tyre badly worn on outer edge

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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SH62 CVR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc 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 SH62 CVR, 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 SH62 CVR registered?

SH62 CVR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is SH62 CVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH62 CVR 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.

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