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GU62 HCX

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,963 mi
Last recorded49,963 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 HCX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 49,963 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 49,963 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 45,519 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 39,043 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 39,038 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre worn through to the ply/cords on the inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre wearing low/near limit on the inner edge

Pass 10 Feb 2023 29,965 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perishing in the tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing across the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 29,961 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and n/s/r tyre slight perishing in the tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 29,849 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre small nail inner section of the tread ()

Pass 24 Aug 2018 29,077 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 27,167 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 24,202 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 19,184 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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 HCX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU62 HCX, 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 HCX registered?

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

Is GU62 HCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU62 HCX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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