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DY62 HCF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

200,768 mi
Last recorded200,768 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY62 HCF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 200,768 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 200,768 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2023 189,535 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 13 Jan 2023 189,535 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 16 Dec 2021 175,170 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 162,231 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2019 152,637 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 136,347 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Dec 2018 136,347 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 123,027 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2017 110,273 miles

Under trays and engine cover fitted to vehicle obscuring some components

Pass 15 Aug 2016 110,199 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 15 Aug 2016 110,199 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2015 97,683 miles

engine covers and under trays 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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DY62 HCF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DY62 HCF, 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 DY62 HCF registered?

DY62 HCF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is DY62 HCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY62 HCF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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