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YF62 RVW

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

123,192 mi
Last recorded123,192 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF62 RVW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 123,192 miles

Nearside Front shocker gaitor damaged and both rear shocker covers adrift

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2026 123,192 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front shocker gaitor damaged and both rear shocker covers adrift

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2025 119,510 miles

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

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

Rear SHOCKER COVERS ADRIFT BOTH SIDES

Pass 6 Sep 2024 107,969 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under-trays cover sheet fitted

Vehicle is Under-body brake and suspension and under-exhaust /Fully under sealed

Fail 6 Sep 2024 107,969 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under-trays cover sheet fitted

Vehicle is Under-body brake and suspension and under-exhaust /Fully under sealed

Pass 7 Sep 2023 102,940 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has been driven on whilst flat

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Underbody corrosion

Pass 11 Apr 2022 93,249 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn dangerously thin on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2022 93,012 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both plates incorrectly spaced and have a honeycomb or similar effect background. (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn dangerously thin on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 87,952 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads wearing thin. front pads borderline pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 82,710 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 69,565 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 62,914 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 56,733 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres worn thin on edges. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 48,027 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 RVW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RVW, 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 RVW registered?

YF62 RVW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is YF62 RVW safe to buy?

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