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HY62 GRF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,391 mi
Last recorded14,391 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY62 GRF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2026 14,391 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 12,880 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 12,352 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 11,930 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 11,403 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn & perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn & perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 11,260 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn low inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 10,573 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 9,982 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 8,573 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 7,466 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 5,963 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 4,956 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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HY62 GRF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HY62 GRF, 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 HY62 GRF registered?

HY62 GRF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is HY62 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY62 GRF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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