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SD62 YVB

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,370 mi
Last recorded114,370 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD62 YVB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 114,370 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 114,360 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached Detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2024 111,074 miles

covers under vehicle full inspection of pipes etc cannot be carried out

Pass 17 Nov 2023 108,521 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

rear propshaft/diff seal has small oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2022 101,944 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Nov 2021 93,530 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2020 81,203 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 72,976 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 63,728 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 54,072 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Nov 2017 53,896 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Dec 2016 42,298 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 32,174 miles

Rear tyres 2-3mm

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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SD62 YVB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SD62 YVB, 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 SD62 YVB registered?

SD62 YVB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 December 2012.

Is SD62 YVB safe to buy?

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