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WR62 HVJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

180,683 mi
Last recorded180,683 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR62 HVJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2026 180,683 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 169,676 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 165,247 miles

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 161,657 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyre close to limmit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 157,619 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 152,021 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 147,755 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 144,567 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 128,835 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 117,464 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 84,556 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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WR62 HVJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 WR62 HVJ, 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 WR62 HVJ?

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What year was WR62 HVJ registered?

WR62 HVJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is WR62 HVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR62 HVJ shows 11 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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