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LM12 YKE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

84,416 mi
Last recorded84,416 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 YKE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 84,416 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 80,104 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 74,261 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 64,186 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 54,227 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Aug 2021 54,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2020 51,818 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 47,814 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 44,426 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Aug 2018 44,426 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2017 35,626 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 May 2017 35,626 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 May 2016 20,928 miles

Both front tyres wearing outer edges

Covers under the car

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

Fail 5 May 2016 20,928 miles

Both front tyres wearing outer edges

Covers under the car

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 8 May 2015 17,019 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 17,019 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LM12 YKE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM12 YKE, 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 LM12 YKE registered?

LM12 YKE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is LM12 YKE safe to buy?

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