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YB61 FSC

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,786 mi
Last recorded50,786 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 FSC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 50,786 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 47,397 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 47,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front brake pads worn thin

Pass 20 Feb 2017 41,506 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front inner brake pad is starting to get low.

under tray fitted.

Pass 23 Feb 2016 27,368 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 14,844 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YB61 FSC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YB61 FSC, 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 YB61 FSC?

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What year was YB61 FSC registered?

YB61 FSC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 February 2012.

Is YB61 FSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 FSC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB61 FSC have outstanding finance?

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