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SH62 RZN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

190,529 mi
Last recorded190,529 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH62 RZN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 190,529 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 166,079 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 166,079 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 147,648 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 147,648 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 128,257 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 128,257 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 21 Jun 2018 128,227 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 94,115 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 71,685 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 71,685 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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 RZN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 SH62 RZN, 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 SH62 RZN?

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What year was SH62 RZN registered?

SH62 RZN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 November 2012.

Is SH62 RZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH62 RZN shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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