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YC62 UTJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

118,437 mi
Last recorded118,437 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 118,437 miles

Nearside Daytime running lamp not working.

Pass 30 Oct 2024 103,490 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2024 103,490 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 90,860 miles

Nearside Rear wheel binding

Fail 25 Oct 2023 90,860 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel binding

Pass 31 Oct 2022 82,513 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 75,032 miles

Brake pad warning light on dash

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 26 Oct 2021 75,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad warning light on dash

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 68,194 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 62,059 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 54,576 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 54,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 46,265 miles

Wipers smearing slightly

Pass 20 Oct 2016 38,207 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 29,701 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 UTJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 UTJ, 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 UTJ registered?

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

Is YC62 UTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 UTJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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