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SM62 RSO

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

78,058 mi
Last recorded78,058 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 RSO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 78,058 miles

Offside Front drl inop

Fail 30 Jul 2024 78,058 miles

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

Offside Front drl inop

Pass 17 Jul 2023 71,595 miles

all brake discs surface rust

wipers poor

Pass 25 Jan 2022 58,807 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

accident damage on front of car

Fail 25 Jan 2022 58,807 miles

Body component damaged and likely to cause injury front grille (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cover missing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 42,710 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 37,973 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 32,314 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 24,486 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 18,162 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 12,174 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 RSO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RSO, 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 SM62 RSO?

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What year was SM62 RSO registered?

SM62 RSO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is SM62 RSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 RSO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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