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YC12 ZPF

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,819 mi
Last recorded56,819 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 ZPF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 56,819 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 55,359 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 53,043 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 50,491 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2022 44,702 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jul 2021 41,656 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads @ 5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 39,285 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 May 2019 35,628 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 31,229 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 27,075 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 22,778 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 22,778 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2015 17,514 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread on edges

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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YC12 ZPF 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 YC12 ZPF, 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 YC12 ZPF registered?

YC12 ZPF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is YC12 ZPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 ZPF 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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