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GU62 HBP

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,834 mi
Last recorded145,834 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 HBP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 145,834 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 141,712 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 138,028 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 135,049 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 133,254 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 130,734 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 116,052 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 86,792 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 26 Sep 2019 86,792 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Sep 2018 52,313 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 52,313 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 27,536 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 25,620 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 19,393 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 19,389 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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GU62 HBP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GU62 HBP, 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 GU62 HBP registered?

GU62 HBP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 September 2012.

Is GU62 HBP safe to buy?

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