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MA62 TYK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

120,017 mi
Last recorded120,017 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA62 TYK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Dec 2025 120,017 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Coolant leak ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 101,422 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 98,459 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 81,802 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 67,245 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2019 67,245 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted brake calliper retaining clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted brake calliper retaining clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front 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 10 Nov 2018 58,309 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 3 Nov 2017 50,184 miles

Offside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Sep 2016 45,901 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 43,111 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 43,111 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid n/s/ jet repaired (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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MA62 TYK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 MA62 TYK, 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 MA62 TYK registered?

MA62 TYK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is MA62 TYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA62 TYK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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