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RO62 YGM

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,546 mi
Last recorded82,546 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO62 YGM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 82,546 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle

Fail 22 Mar 2024 82,546 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle

Pass 10 Dec 2022 70,470 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle obscuring the testers view of some testable items

Fail 10 Dec 2022 70,470 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle obscuring the testers view of some testable items

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 65,076 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 55,581 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 55,581 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 52,075 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 45,091 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 39,605 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 28,230 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre close to limit and worn smooth on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre close to limit and worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 1 Oct 2015 21,037 miles

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect vechicle

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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RO62 YGM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RO62 YGM, 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 RO62 YGM registered?

RO62 YGM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 October 2012.

Is RO62 YGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO62 YGM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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