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HV62 XRE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

94,684 mi
Last recorded94,684 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 XRE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 94,684 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords very deep cuts inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jul 2026 94,663 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords very deep cuts inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 85,176 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 75,098 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 69,191 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 54,195 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 43,922 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 38,616 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 27,779 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2018 18,018 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 16,977 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

both rear tyres cracks side walls

Pass 15 Oct 2016 14,996 miles

Under-trays fitted.

n/s/f tyre worn badly on outer edge.

n/s/r tyre perished.

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 17 Oct 2015 11,500 miles

under trays fitted

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 XRE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol 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 HV62 XRE, 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 HV62 XRE registered?

HV62 XRE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 October 2012.

Is HV62 XRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV62 XRE 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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