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YH62 FYT

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

157,464 mi
Last recorded157,464 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH62 FYT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2023 157,464 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 141,095 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 128,293 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 128,293 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 115,062 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 115,062 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 92,913 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2019 92,913 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 64,757 miles

Front Washers provide low pressure spray.

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 52,655 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 52,655 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 40,250 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 31,586 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 FYT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YH62 FYT, 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 FYT registered?

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

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The MOT history for YH62 FYT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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