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YG62 PFD

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

162,599 mi
Last recorded162,599 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 PFD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 162,599 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 145,459 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 136,362 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 108,927 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 107,756 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 101,018 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Oct 2020 101,018 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 93,278 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 93,278 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 86,105 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 86,105 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 77,769 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 56,382 miles

engine and underside covers fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2015 33,457 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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YG62 PFD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver 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 YG62 PFD, 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 YG62 PFD registered?

YG62 PFD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 October 2012.

Is YG62 PFD safe to buy?

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