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SM62 NWB

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,873 mi
Last recorded153,873 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 153,873 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 135,972 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

undertrays fitted obscuring the view of testable items

Pass 27 Apr 2021 119,292 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system indicating low tyre pressure

Fail 22 Apr 2021 119,285 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system indicating low tyre pressure

Pass 31 Jan 2020 83,250 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 79,121 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 68,508 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 60,484 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

n/s/f fog light insecure

n/s/f tyre worn inner & outer shoulders

o/s/f tyre worn inner shoulder

Pass 17 Nov 2015 46,101 miles

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

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

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 NWB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SM62 NWB, 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 NWB registered?

SM62 NWB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is SM62 NWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 NWB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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