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PJ62 HWE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,439 mi
Last recorded56,439 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ62 HWE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2024 56,439 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 51,345 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 Feb 2023 51,345 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 43,408 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Starting to crack/ split. (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 39,693 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front wipers juddering on screen

Fail 19 Nov 2020 39,693 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front wipers juddering on screen

Pass 18 Nov 2019 36,708 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 33,745 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 30,351 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 26,103 miles

advise wiper blades smearing and noisy

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 19 Nov 2015 19,672 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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PJ62 HWE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PJ62 HWE, 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 PJ62 HWE registered?

PJ62 HWE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 December 2012.

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