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YG62 VZZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,685 mi
Last recorded97,685 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 97,685 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 85,968 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 73,933 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 57,665 miles

Offside Front worn outer section

Pass 21 Mar 2022 43,043 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 28,036 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 23,580 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 18,331 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 11,869 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 11,096 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 9,672 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 8,522 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 VZZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VZZ, 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

How do I check the history of YG62 VZZ?

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What year was YG62 VZZ registered?

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

Is YG62 VZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG62 VZZ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YG62 VZZ have outstanding finance?

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