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HV62 WJX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

77,542 mi
Last recorded77,542 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 WJX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 77,542 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 74,780 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 73,885 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 67,525 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 62,277 miles

Nearside Rear 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 17 Aug 2021 55,759 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 51,695 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four ,NSF&OSF and NSR&OSR brake disc. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip with cracks at zone "B", 11mm. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 47,825 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 41,031 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing noted

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear tyre cut in tread noted ,not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Offside Front tyre inner tread wear and perishing noted

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine bay covers and under trays fitted to vehicle obscuring view of some components

nearside door mirror loose

outer sill covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 9 Jan 2018 41,031 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing noted

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear tyre cut in tread noted ,not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Offside Front tyre inner tread wear and perishing noted

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine bay covers and under trays fitted to vehicle obscuring view of some components

nearside door mirror loose

outer sill covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 3 Jan 2017 33,887 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 33,887 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 24,368 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 WJX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc petrol 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 HV62 WJX, 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 HV62 WJX?

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What year was HV62 WJX registered?

HV62 WJX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is HV62 WJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV62 WJX 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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