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YC62 WMD

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,568 mi
Last recorded73,568 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 WMD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 73,568 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 64,169 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 64,169 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2022 54,461 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 54,421 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 49,243 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

under side corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2020 43,354 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 41,972 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 39,094 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view tiny chip just outside zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 35,903 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' tiny chip (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 31,413 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2015 27,392 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 WMD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc 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 WMD, 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 WMD registered?

YC62 WMD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 October 2012.

Is YC62 WMD safe to buy?

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