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SV62 WJL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,234 mi
Last recorded71,234 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV62 WJL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2023 71,234 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 62,391 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 51,017 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 46,332 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 41,597 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to markers (5.2.3 (e))

Washer jets appear weak , requires attention

Pass 15 Nov 2018 36,082 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 30,105 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 24,511 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 20,028 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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SV62 WJL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SV62 WJL, 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 SV62 WJL registered?

SV62 WJL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is SV62 WJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV62 WJL shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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