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SL62 VCF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,120 mi
Last recorded81,120 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 VCF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 81,120 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 74,949 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Feb 2024 68,013 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 64,389 miles

Both front tyres worn close to wear limits on inner edges

Offside front lower rear suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint

Fail 19 Oct 2020 64,383 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Both front tyres worn close to wear limits on inner edges

Offside front lower rear suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint

Pass 30 May 2019 55,952 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 54,979 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 52,141 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

brake pad warning light on

Pass 23 Apr 2017 39,524 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 35,946 miles

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

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

Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face slight corrosion (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted covering components

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 12 Oct 2015 26,398 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine covers fitted covering components

under trays fitted covering components

Fail 12 Oct 2015 26,398 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking suspension bush (2.4.D.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front suspension bush cracked and coming away from metal casing

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine covers fitted covering components

under trays fitted covering components

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 VCF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,600cc petrol 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 SL62 VCF, 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 SL62 VCF?

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What year was SL62 VCF registered?

SL62 VCF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 October 2012.

Is SL62 VCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL62 VCF 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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