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YH62 FMK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

116,533 mi
Last recorded116,533 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH62 FMK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 116,533 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 112,758 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 105,656 miles

Nearside Rear 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 7 Feb 2023 92,175 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm/ bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm/ bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

oil level low

Pass 8 Feb 2022 81,753 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2022 81,750 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 70,409 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 67,538 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 57,292 miles

brakes linings to be inspected all round , to determine overall condition , and remaining life .

near side front tyre showing side wall damage

off side front tyre showing uneven wear .

off side rear tyre worn low, recommend tyre replacement asap.

slight play detected in off side front wheel bearing

Fail 27 Sep 2018 57,292 miles

Brake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested bulb fault (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

brakes linings to be inspected all round , to determine overall condition , and remaining life .

near side front , there is a broken brake wire free hanging

near side front tyre showing side wall damage

off side front tyre showing uneven wear .

off side rear tyre worn low, recommend tyre replacement asap.

slight play detected in off side front wheel bearing

Pass 18 Sep 2017 48,063 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 36,605 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 25 Aug 2015 25,670 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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YH62 FMK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YH62 FMK, 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.

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What year was YH62 FMK registered?

YH62 FMK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 September 2012.

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