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YB12 JFN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,132 mi
Last recorded27,132 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 JFN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 27,132 miles

Rear subframe floorpan ares corrosion evident

Pass 19 Jun 2025 26,493 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 25,945 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 25,325 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 24,696 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 24,039 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 24,037 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2020 23,433 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 22,220 miles

Rear windcheater fitted in rear over seatbelts

Pass 9 Apr 2018 21,138 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 20,273 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 19,114 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 17,732 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 JFN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel 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 JFN, 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 JFN?

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What year was YB12 JFN registered?

YB12 JFN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is YB12 JFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 JFN 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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