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YB62 FKZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

35,487 mi
Last recorded35,487 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB62 FKZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 35,487 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2025 35,486 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 33,645 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 31,743 miles

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

brake pad warning light on

Fail 14 Dec 2023 31,743 miles

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

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

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

brake pad warning light on

Pass 20 Dec 2022 29,916 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 27,786 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 26,297 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2019 24,369 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 24,369 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 21,810 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 17,619 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 17,619 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement insecure and not fastened (7.2.4b)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 13,430 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 9,257 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 FKZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol 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 FKZ, 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 FKZ registered?

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

Is YB62 FKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB62 FKZ 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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