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YC62 UTR

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,514 mi
Last recorded96,514 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 UTR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 96,514 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 91,842 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Worn close to limit. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 85,867 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 79,659 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts worn on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 72,706 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 67,625 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 62,055 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 55,200 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 45,056 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 34,782 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 20,492 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 UTR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UTR, 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

How do I check the history of YC62 UTR?

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What year was YC62 UTR registered?

YC62 UTR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is YC62 UTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 UTR shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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