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YC62 TXS

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

153,288 mi
Last recorded153,288 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 TXS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 153,288 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 153,288 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 147,899 miles
Pass 12 May 2024 145,719 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 12 May 2023 137,002 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 135,149 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 118,366 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 114,527 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Rear wiper blade split

Fail 14 Mar 2018 114,527 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 25 Mar 2017 101,431 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 87,246 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 76,012 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 TXS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YC62 TXS, 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 TXS registered?

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

Is YC62 TXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 TXS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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