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YB62 EBK

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

60,412 mi
Last recorded60,412 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB62 EBK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 60,412 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2026 60,251 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2025 56,180 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 51,791 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 47,046 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 42,499 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 41,482 miles

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

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

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

under trays

Pass 9 Dec 2020 38,758 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2019 36,256 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 30,677 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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Pass 28 Nov 2017 26,347 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 21,316 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 15,336 miles

both front tyres starting to crack between tread

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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YB62 EBK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White 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 YB62 EBK, 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 YB62 EBK registered?

YB62 EBK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 December 2012.

Is YB62 EBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB62 EBK 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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