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AF62 YTD

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,317 mi
Last recorded89,317 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 YTD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 89,317 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 86,377 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 80,277 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 76,993 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 74,334 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 72,609 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 70,565 miles

differential leaking oil

Pass 20 Aug 2018 66,289 miles

Nearside Front strut top bearing slightly rough

Nearside Rear screw in tyre tread

Pass 22 Feb 2018 63,895 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 63,895 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 54,114 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 YTD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YTD, 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 AF62 YTD?

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What year was AF62 YTD registered?

AF62 YTD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is AF62 YTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 YTD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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