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RK62 RYC

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,006 mi
Last recorded145,006 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK62 RYC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 145,006 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 139,212 miles

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

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 132,536 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 128,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205.55.16 v (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205.55.16 v (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jul 2023 128,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205.55.16 v (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205.55.16 v (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 102,604 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/16 (v) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (v) & perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 83,245 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approximately 3 - 4 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 83,245 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approximately 3 - 4 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 75,355 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 68,993 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 59,853 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 51,686 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 43,004 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 30,256 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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RK62 RYC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel 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 RK62 RYC, 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 RK62 RYC registered?

RK62 RYC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is RK62 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK62 RYC 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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