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YE62 ZZP

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

202,792 mi
Last recorded202,792 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE62 ZZP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 202,792 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2025 192,745 miles

Central Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 12 Sep 2025 192,735 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Central Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 185,949 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Rack bush

Pass 19 Sep 2023 182,632 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 167,912 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 167,912 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 147,339 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror hangings

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35x18 (5.2.3 (e))

rear shock dust covers broken

Pass 25 Sep 2020 126,205 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 84,479 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 84,479 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/35x18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2018 52,783 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 50,272 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Dec 2016 38,177 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 26,944 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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YE62 ZZP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YE62 ZZP, 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.

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What year was YE62 ZZP registered?

YE62 ZZP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 December 2012.

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