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HG62 EJC

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

164,119 mi
Last recorded164,119 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG62 EJC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 164,119 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 154,582 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 147,534 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2023 147,534 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 141,722 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 133,358 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 126,308 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 120,351 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 113,222 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 113,222 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 101,170 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 89,541 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 64,152 miles

both front brake discs lipped.

smoke level not detected during emissions test.

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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HG62 EJC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc 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 HG62 EJC, 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 HG62 EJC registered?

HG62 EJC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 December 2012.

Is HG62 EJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG62 EJC 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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