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YF62 AKX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,043 mi
Last recorded138,043 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF62 AKX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 138,043 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2026 138,039 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault ABS (1.6 (b))

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2025 125,567 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Apr 2024 111,863 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 98,128 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 94,203 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 90,915 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 86,420 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 81,966 miles

smoke test too clean to read.

Fail 25 Jun 2018 81,966 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

smoke test too clean to read.

Pass 10 May 2018 81,804 miles

front inner brake pads heavily worn

Fail 10 May 2018 81,799 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner and outer sidewalls (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner and outer sidwalls (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Side repeater not working built in door mirror (1.4.A.2c)

front inner brake pads heavily worn

Pass 12 May 2017 68,751 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 56,118 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2015 50,741 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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YF62 AKX 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 YF62 AKX, 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 YF62 AKX registered?

YF62 AKX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 December 2012.

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