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YC62 HKM

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,415 mi
Last recorded79,415 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 HKM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 79,415 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2026 79,415 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2025 77,237 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2025 77,237 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 72,862 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 69,123 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 66,006 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 64,695 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 56,356 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 52,648 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 45,895 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 41,794 miles

Offside Front Outer tyre tread wear

Rear brake pads becoming low

Pass 13 Sep 2016 34,839 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 28,675 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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YC62 HKM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YC62 HKM, 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 YC62 HKM registered?

YC62 HKM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is YC62 HKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 HKM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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