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SM62 DOJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,461 mi
Last recorded166,461 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 DOJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 166,461 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2026 166,456 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached drop link detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 142,462 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2025 142,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 125,341 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s/r and o/s/r discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 125,341 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

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

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s/r and o/s/r discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 118,853 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 105,008 miles

rear brake discs slightly corroded on edges

slight play on o/s steering rack arm

Pass 4 Aug 2021 94,218 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2021 94,218 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 74,127 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 54,568 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 44,619 miles

Both side rear brake discs worn and corroded on edge

Pass 9 Aug 2017 39,551 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 33,816 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 28,548 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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SM62 DOJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SM62 DOJ, 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 SM62 DOJ registered?

SM62 DOJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is SM62 DOJ safe to buy?

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