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YB12 GZE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

96,516 mi
Last recorded96,516 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 GZE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 96,516 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2025 96,516 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 92,208 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 88,664 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 88,664 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 83,190 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2022 83,189 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2021 78,259 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 74,903 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 66,871 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 45,845 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 28,356 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 22,351 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 17,227 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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YB12 GZE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 YB12 GZE, 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 YB12 GZE registered?

YB12 GZE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 August 2012.

Is YB12 GZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 GZE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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