MOT Status
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109,412 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner Track rod joint/Rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Windscreen wiper blade defective Both windscreen wipers (3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner Track rod joint/Rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Windscreen wiper blade defective Both windscreen wipers (3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall 245/35 R18 92Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?
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YA12 FLV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
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 YA12 FLV, 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.
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What year was YA12 FLV registered?
YA12 FLV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 August 2012.
Is YA12 FLV safe to buy?
The MOT history for YA12 FLV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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