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SW62 WBT

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

108,285 mi
Last recorded108,285 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW62 WBT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 108,285 miles

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

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

Nearside Front play detected in steering rack

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

sill covers fitted both sides

Fail 25 Mar 2026 108,282 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front play detected in steering rack

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

sill covers fitted both sides

Pass 8 Apr 2025 97,209 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Apr 2025 97,208 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 88,449 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 83,731 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 83,729 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Apr 2023 82,580 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 73,309 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 73,309 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 68,278 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 58,441 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 49,905 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 40,912 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 37,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Feb 2018 37,801 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 30,812 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 24,617 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2015 21,908 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 20,973 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

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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SW62 WBT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SW62 WBT, 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 SW62 WBT registered?

SW62 WBT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 October 2012.

Is SW62 WBT safe to buy?

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