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YC62 UOU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

138,585 mi
Last recorded138,585 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 UOU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 138,585 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strongly advise to replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strongly advise to replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

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

areas of rear chassis showing corrosion

minor windscreen damage noted

n/s/r tyre 3mm at lowest point

rear brake discs showing slight wear

rear subframe & coil springs showing corrosion

windscreen washer performance very poor JUST MOT LEGAL ADVISE INVESTIGATION

Fail 25 Sep 2025 138,585 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut on badly worn inner edge 205/55/16v (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strongly advise to replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strongly advise to replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

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

areas of rear chassis showing corrosion

minor windscreen damage noted

n/s/r tyre 3mm at lowest point

rear brake discs showing slight wear

rear subframe & coil springs showing corrosion

Pass 11 Sep 2024 130,386 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2023 120,340 miles

both rear coil springs rusty

front & rear no plates delaminating

n/s/f tyre showing heavy edge wear 205/5516v

Fail 20 Sep 2023 120,340 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear coil springs rusty

front & rear no plates delaminating

n/s/f tyre showing heavy edge wear 205/5516v

Pass 28 Sep 2022 108,803 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16v (5.2.3 (e))

front discs showing wear

front no plate delaminating

rear coil springs rusty

Pass 5 Aug 2021 95,101 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 92,743 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 86,884 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2020 86,884 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 77,733 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2018 77,732 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

engine oil low

Pass 26 Oct 2017 71,985 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 71,985 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 63,394 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 46,733 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 UOU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 YC62 UOU, 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 UOU registered?

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

Is YC62 UOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 UOU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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