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SL62 MMK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,646 mi
Last recorded84,646 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 MMK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2023 84,646 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 73,552 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 73,552 miles

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

both rear discs ptted inside face

Pass 26 Jan 2021 70,519 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 70,519 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side Effort inadequate at wheel (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side Effort inadequate at wheel (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 56,742 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 56,742 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 40,298 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2018 40,216 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and cord show (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 29,334 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 21,895 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 19,379 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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SL62 MMK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SL62 MMK, 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 SL62 MMK registered?

SL62 MMK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is SL62 MMK safe to buy?

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