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HV62 XRJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

166,072 mi
Last recorded166,072 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 XRJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 166,072 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 160,287 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 140,012 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 132,820 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 118,855 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2021 118,851 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 108,870 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 99,972 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 90,348 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 81,297 miles

Limited inspection-under trays fitted

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 69,845 miles

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play inner tie rod has slight play in ball joint. (2.2.B.1f)

under cover's fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2015 55,399 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 XRJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc 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 XRJ, 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 XRJ registered?

HV62 XRJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is HV62 XRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV62 XRJ 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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