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HN62 HJV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

148,809 mi
Last recorded148,809 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN62 HJV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 148,809 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2025 142,649 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 132,422 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 126,022 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 121,472 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2021 115,777 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 103,572 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 89,303 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre out of shape

Pass 5 Jun 2018 75,076 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 56,390 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 45,303 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2016 45,303 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 41,237 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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HN62 HJV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HN62 HJV, 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

How do I check the history of HN62 HJV?

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What year was HN62 HJV registered?

HN62 HJV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 November 2012.

Is HN62 HJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN62 HJV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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