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HV62 YWX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

124,661 mi
Last recorded124,661 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 YWX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 124,661 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 20 May 2024 121,984 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 119,117 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 116,276 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2021 113,601 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 112,479 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 110,439 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 107,632 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 173,218 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 104,533 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 92,434 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Sep 2016 92,434 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 70,970 miles

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

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

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 YWX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel 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 YWX, 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 YWX registered?

HV62 YWX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 October 2012.

Is HV62 YWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV62 YWX 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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