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YB62 FFP

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

186,148 mi
Last recorded186,148 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB62 FFP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 186,148 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip on offside, larger on nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 186,113 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall x 2 lumps (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip on offside, larger on nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 178,220 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side's (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Big chip in front screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 165,636 miles

Central Rear Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leak from gearbox.` (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Both front indicator lights on constantly when position lamps on and headlamps on aswell.

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Fail 14 Feb 2024 165,636 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leak from gearbox.` (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Both front indicator lights on constantly when position lamps on and headlamps on aswell.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 149,479 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 131,864 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 118,424 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexible joint starting to deteriorate (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

tyre pressure warning on

Fail 2 Feb 2021 118,422 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexible joint starting to deteriorate (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

tyre pressure warning on

Pass 1 Feb 2020 94,714 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

crack in n/s windscreen

Pass 9 Nov 2018 63,202 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Oct 2018 62,504 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust flexible joint deteriorated.

Pass 18 Nov 2017 53,080 miles

puncture warning lamp on

Pass 12 Nov 2016 42,808 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

o/s/r tyre low in pressure.

Pass 19 Nov 2015 31,414 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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YB62 FFP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FFP, 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 FFP registered?

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

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The MOT history for YB62 FFP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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