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YG61 ZGW

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,142 mi
Last recorded87,142 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG61 ZGW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 87,142 miles

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear sub frame and suspension components under sealed

plastic under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 6 Sep 2024 85,842 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 83,503 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 80,673 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 75,205 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 75,205 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 71,476 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

brake pads approx 1/4 left and brake discs corroding outer edges

Pass 3 Aug 2019 62,630 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 53,921 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 43,911 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 35,093 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 33,295 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 33,294 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced Front and Rear (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 29,284 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 23,393 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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YG61 ZGW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YG61 ZGW, 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 YG61 ZGW registered?

YG61 ZGW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is YG61 ZGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG61 ZGW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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