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VE62 YCL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

59,362 mi
Last recorded59,362 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE62 YCL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 59,362 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 55,312 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 53,289 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 50,056 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 46,514 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 42,585 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 42,585 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 37,358 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 30,461 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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VE62 YCL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol 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 VE62 YCL, 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 VE62 YCL?

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What year was VE62 YCL registered?

VE62 YCL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is VE62 YCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE62 YCL 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.

Does VE62 YCL have outstanding finance?

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