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YA12 EHG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

137,182 mi
Last recorded137,182 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA12 EHG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2023 137,182 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 124,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 120,229 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 116,045 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 111,631 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 107,963 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2017 91,231 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2016 74,741 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine cover fitted and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Jul 2015 56,431 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 56,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer edge down to next ply (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)

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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YA12 EHG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YA12 EHG, 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 YA12 EHG registered?

YA12 EHG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 August 2012.

Is YA12 EHG safe to buy?

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