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SM62 WFN

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,279 mi
Last recorded98,279 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 98,279 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2026 98,279 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 92,081 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 86,810 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front headlight has condensation

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 23 Jan 2024 86,802 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front curved alloy arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front headlight has condensation inside

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Jan 2023 78,052 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 78,043 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 61,099 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing surface cracks round tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing surface cracks round tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing surface cracks round tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing surface cracks round tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 51,306 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 44,086 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2018 36,699 miles

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

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 11 Jul 2017 28,371 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 25,388 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 19,888 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

drive train warning light on

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 WFN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WFN, 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 WFN registered?

SM62 WFN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is SM62 WFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 WFN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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