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YG62 VKK

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

196,845 mi
Last recorded196,845 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 VKK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 196,845 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 169,891 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 140,464 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 122,822 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 122,821 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 98,797 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 61,938 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 38,997 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 VKK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YG62 VKK, 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 VKK registered?

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

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The MOT history for YG62 VKK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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