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HW62 KMY

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

72,092 mi
Last recorded72,092 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW62 KMY
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 72,092 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 worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Aug 2026 72,092 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 worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 66,560 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 61,460 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 56,045 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 56,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 50,613 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 50,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 45,711 miles

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Pass 24 Sep 2020 43,194 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 42,566 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 34,912 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 32,109 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 25,107 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 18,951 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 13,760 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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HW62 KMY is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HW62 KMY, 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 HW62 KMY?

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What year was HW62 KMY registered?

HW62 KMY is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 November 2012.

Is HW62 KMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW62 KMY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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