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YD62 TFJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,823 mi
Last recorded38,823 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD62 TFJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 38,823 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 35,563 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 33,639 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 31,616 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 29,488 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 29,237 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 27,840 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 27,304 miles

Nearside Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 27,304 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 26,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 23,207 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 22,124 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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YD62 TFJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YD62 TFJ, 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 YD62 TFJ registered?

YD62 TFJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 October 2012.

Is YD62 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD62 TFJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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