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YB12 HHN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

91,264 mi
Last recorded91,264 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 HHN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 91,264 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 88,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 85,394 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 76,709 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 68,975 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 62,571 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2020 62,571 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 54,944 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 53,917 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 50,909 miles

Plastic undertrays and covers fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2016 41,705 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 31,707 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 30,492 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 HHN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 YB12 HHN, 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 YB12 HHN?

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What year was YB12 HHN registered?

YB12 HHN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is YB12 HHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 HHN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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