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YB61 XAT

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

169,473 mi
Last recorded169,473 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 XAT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 169,473 miles

Central Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

advise rear shoes, clean up and adjust

very slight play detected in rack o/s

Pass 15 Nov 2022 163,213 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip lower section (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 157,927 miles

Nearside Front non runflat

Fail 15 Nov 2021 157,927 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2055516 rf (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2055516 rf (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front non runflat

Pass 18 Nov 2020 151,972 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside front tyre scrubbing outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 151,966 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside front tyre scrubbing outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 143,558 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 139,951 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 120,458 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 100,481 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 95,293 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side inners (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 81,487 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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YB61 XAT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 XAT, 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 YB61 XAT registered?

YB61 XAT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 February 2012.

Is YB61 XAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 XAT shows 12 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.

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