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YB12 MUO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

127,631 mi
Last recorded127,631 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 MUO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 127,631 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Dec 2024 118,250 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 118,250 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 99,914 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 91,554 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 85,663 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2021 85,349 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 79,837 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 65,830 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 51,198 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 42,516 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 29,570 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 26,028 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 26,028 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 MUO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MUO, 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 MUO registered?

YB12 MUO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is YB12 MUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 MUO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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