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HJ62 PXE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,018 mi
Last recorded131,018 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ62 PXE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 131,018 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

covers fitted underside

Fail 4 Jan 2024 131,018 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

covers fitted underside

Pass 14 Jan 2023 119,442 miles

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

advise washer pump is weak

undercover fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 14 Jan 2022 108,014 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 98,054 miles

Central Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 87,677 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 75,735 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 75,735 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 60,589 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 42,708 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 42,560 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 42,560 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 28,803 miles

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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HJ62 PXE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HJ62 PXE, 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.

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What year was HJ62 PXE registered?

HJ62 PXE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is HJ62 PXE safe to buy?

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