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YC62 TGK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

101,007 mi
Last recorded101,007 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 TGK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 101,007 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 95,370 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner Arm Slight Play, Both Front ()

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 92,966 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 86,339 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 79,190 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 72,703 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fayed (0.1 (b))

handbrake application uneven

Pass 25 Oct 2019 66,711 miles

handbrake application uneven

Fail 24 Oct 2019 66,711 miles

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

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

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

handbrake application uneven

Pass 20 Oct 2018 60,937 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 60,928 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended SEAT BELT COMES OUT OF BUCKLE UNDER PRESSURE (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 55,369 miles

FERONT WIPERS SLIGHTLY SMEARING

N/S/R CALIPER NOT LOCKING HANDBRAKE

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 47,960 miles

BOTH REARV TYERS 3MM

REAR BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW

Pass 28 Oct 2015 40,322 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 TGK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TGK, 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 TGK registered?

YC62 TGK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is YC62 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 TGK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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