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YB62 FDV

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,061 mi
Last recorded112,061 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 112,061 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2026 112,061 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2025 104,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 97,958 miles

Front brake pad warning light on

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 91,608 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 85,037 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 85,037 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 79,807 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 74,925 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 67,426 miles

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

Nearside Front fog light out

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (245/35/18) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 14 Dec 2019 67,426 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front fog light out

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (245/35/18) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2018 56,231 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2018 56,231 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle Fronts (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 47,680 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre is worn on the inner edge

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

Offside Rear tyre is worn on the inner edge

Pass 22 Dec 2016 39,100 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (3.5.1i)

emissions to lean to pick up readings

Pass 4 Dec 2015 28,595 miles

Front Brake discs corroded

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 FDV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FDV, 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 FDV registered?

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

Is YB62 FDV safe to buy?

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