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SK62 YAJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,812 mi
Last recorded144,812 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK62 YAJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 144,812 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 135,606 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 134,893 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 131,872 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 128,508 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 125,785 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 107,165 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 107,165 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 77,537 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both windscreen wipers slightly smearing

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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SK62 YAJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SK62 YAJ, 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 SK62 YAJ registered?

SK62 YAJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is SK62 YAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK62 YAJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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