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DN62 HWU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,945 mi
Last recorded134,945 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 HWU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 134,945 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 1 Aug 2025 134,944 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 129,003 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 123,288 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 119,508 miles

Nearside Front slight play steering rack arm

all 4 tyres wearing low

both rear shockabsorber covers broken

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2021 111,986 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 103,721 miles

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

engine cover fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 5 Sep 2019 93,969 miles

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine cover fitted.

under trays fitted.

Fail 5 Sep 2019 93,969 miles

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

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine cover fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 11 Jul 2018 79,549 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 63,412 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 52,718 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 41,018 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DN62 HWU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 DN62 HWU, 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 DN62 HWU registered?

DN62 HWU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 December 2012.

Is DN62 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN62 HWU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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