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YG62 VSJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,585 mi
Last recorded76,585 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 VSJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2024 76,585 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 69,038 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 62,045 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 62,043 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 55,926 miles

Nearside Front TYRE SLIGHTLY WORN ON EDGES

Pass 23 Dec 2019 50,162 miles

diesel smoke test ok , but not detectable.

Pass 11 Aug 2018 39,440 miles

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Aug 2017 33,875 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 33,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall marked yellow (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 28,652 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2015 23,056 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

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 VSJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VSJ, 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 VSJ registered?

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

Is YG62 VSJ safe to buy?

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