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SC12 YMD

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,512 mi
Last recorded51,512 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC12 YMD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 51,512 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 51,512 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 47,451 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 37,085 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2016 37,085 miles

Fuel system component insecure FILTER (7.2.1)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 27,574 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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SC12 YMD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SC12 YMD, 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

How do I check the history of SC12 YMD?

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What year was SC12 YMD registered?

SC12 YMD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 July 2012.

Is SC12 YMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC12 YMD shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SC12 YMD have outstanding finance?

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