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KY62 YMG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,828 mi
Last recorded110,828 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY62 YMG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 110,828 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 105,514 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 99,343 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 93,150 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 86,342 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 80,684 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 74,172 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 67,484 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 59,421 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 54,002 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 41,131 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

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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KY62 YMG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 KY62 YMG, 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 KY62 YMG?

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What year was KY62 YMG registered?

KY62 YMG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is KY62 YMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY62 YMG 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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