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HV62 TFU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Bronze Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,943 mi
Last recorded100,943 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 TFU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 100,943 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 94,544 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 86,957 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 80,475 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 76,867 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 70,854 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 65,969 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 57,635 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 50,770 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2017 50,770 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 38,877 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 28,735 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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HV62 TFU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Bronze with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HV62 TFU, 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 HV62 TFU registered?

HV62 TFU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 December 2012.

Is HV62 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV62 TFU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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