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LF12 YZN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,410 mi
Last recorded107,410 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF12 YZN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 107,410 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 104,329 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2024 104,329 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 94,648 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 90,282 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 83,562 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 74,414 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 70,580 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 57,152 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2018 49,991 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Fail 21 Mar 2018 49,991 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 Run Flat (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2017 43,310 miles

both front tyres edges starting to wear

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2016 35,374 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2015 25,995 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly lipped

front inner brake pads worn and getting low

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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LF12 YZN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LF12 YZN, 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 LF12 YZN registered?

LF12 YZN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is LF12 YZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF12 YZN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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