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AF62 YEL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

75,987 mi
Last recorded75,987 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 YEL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 75,987 miles

oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2024 69,236 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 65,605 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 61,322 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 57,825 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 57,825 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 56,207 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 52,694 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 46,863 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 42,615 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 31,700 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 22,268 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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AF62 YEL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AF62 YEL, 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 AF62 YEL registered?

AF62 YEL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is AF62 YEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 YEL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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