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HV62 YGE

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

126,322 mi
Last recorded126,322 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 YGE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 126,322 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 121,355 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 116,640 miles

engine undercover fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 27 Apr 2017 116,640 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

engine undercover fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 10 Aug 2016 98,802 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 74,989 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 74,989 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 YGE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YGE, 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 YGE?

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What year was HV62 YGE registered?

HV62 YGE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 October 2012.

Is HV62 YGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV62 YGE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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