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SN12 JRO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,756 mi
Last recorded92,756 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN12 JRO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 92,756 miles

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2026 92,752 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn curved arms both rear bushes arms marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil topped up before test 1L

Pass 23 Sep 2025 88,615 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2025 88,613 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 83,958 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 82,155 miles

Nearside Front driving light inop

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))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 78,755 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 78,755 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 69,772 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 60,024 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 58,504 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 58,304 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 52,187 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 42,818 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 41,051 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 24,574 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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SN12 JRO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc petrol 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 SN12 JRO, 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 SN12 JRO registered?

SN12 JRO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is SN12 JRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN12 JRO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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