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YG62 ULU

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

120,413 mi
Last recorded120,413 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 ULU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 120,413 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on edge 5mm

Fail 7 Jan 2026 120,413 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements needs a clean (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on edge 5mm

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread needs a clean (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 106,190 miles

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

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Fail 6 Jan 2025 106,190 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 95,914 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp vapours moisture in it not affecting the light source

Pass 14 Nov 2022 87,237 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 14 Nov 2022 87,237 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 78,201 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 78,201 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 71,977 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Nov 2019 66,229 miles

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

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

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

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

slight play in o/s inner rack joint

Fail 8 Nov 2019 66,229 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

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

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

slight play in o/s inner rack joint

Pass 14 Nov 2018 57,123 miles

Central Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 57,123 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect space between groups of characters (0.1 (d))

Central Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 47,631 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 34,640 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 24,458 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 24,458 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 ULU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 ULU, 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 ULU registered?

YG62 ULU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 October 2012.

Is YG62 ULU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG62 ULU shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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