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HY62 MLL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,658 mi
Last recorded100,658 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY62 MLL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 100,658 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output moisture on inside of headlight lens (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 100,658 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended unable to fully inspect rear seat belts as dog covers fitted (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output moisture on inside of headlight lens (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 94,669 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 89,511 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 82,439 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 79,009 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 75,698 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2020 75,698 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 67,525 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2019 67,428 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Nov 2018 56,621 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Nov 2017 43,001 miles

All tyres are low on the very edges

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

NSR tyre cracking through tread pattern

Fail 16 Nov 2017 43,001 miles

All tyres are low on the very edges

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

NSR tyre cracking through tread pattern

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 28,417 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 27,715 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 21,926 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 MLL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HY62 MLL, 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.

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What year was HY62 MLL registered?

HY62 MLL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is HY62 MLL safe to buy?

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