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SM62 ONK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

129,910 mi
Last recorded129,910 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 ONK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 129,910 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2025 129,437 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyre worn outer edges 2254517 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle has seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2025 129,437 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyre worn outer edges 2254517 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle has seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 120,883 miles

Nearside Front daytime running lamp not working

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 111,758 miles

Nearside Rear driveshaft seal on rear axle has a seepage

Fail 26 Oct 2023 111,758 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened top mount worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play tie rod or drumstick has play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear driveshaft seal on rear axle has a seepage

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc worn/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 103,919 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 96,855 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2021 96,855 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 89,183 miles

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

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

very slight imbalance in front service brakes.

Fail 24 Nov 2020 89,183 miles

Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing not fully checked (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 80,565 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower across steering rack (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 70,862 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Nov 2018 70,862 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible affecting lettering (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 60,960 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o,s worse ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2016 49,267 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2015 37,306 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 ONK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 ONK, 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.

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What year was SM62 ONK registered?

SM62 ONK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 December 2012.

Is SM62 ONK safe to buy?

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