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YG62 UWK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,084 mi
Last recorded117,084 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 UWK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 117,084 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 103,435 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 94,149 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 83,748 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 77,960 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 72,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 72,990 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 66,245 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 55,059 miles

Offside Front Inner 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))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 44,993 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 44,993 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2016 35,491 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 35,491 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 25,032 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 24,984 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 UWK 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 YG62 UWK, 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 UWK registered?

YG62 UWK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is YG62 UWK safe to buy?

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