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YH62 GKX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

145,826 mi
Last recorded145,826 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH62 GKX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 145,826 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2025 145,589 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm X2 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2024 134,395 miles

COVERS FITTED TO UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

SURFACE CORROSION TO REAR AXLE

Fail 13 Nov 2024 134,395 miles

Front Position lamp not working X2 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

COVERS FITTED TO UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

SURFACE CORROSION TO REAR AXLE

Pass 14 Nov 2023 125,051 miles

COVERS FITTED TO UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

Fail 14 Nov 2023 125,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

COVERS FITTED TO UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

Pass 23 Nov 2022 113,216 miles

COVERS FITTED UNDER VEHICLE

Fail 23 Nov 2022 113,216 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

COVERS FITTED UNDER VEHICLE

Pass 25 Nov 2021 101,980 miles

COVERS FITTED TO UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

SLIGHT CUT IN N/S/F/ TYRE

Pass 10 Nov 2020 83,226 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 69,467 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 60,912 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 55,574 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 52,867 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 46,621 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 GKX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GKX, 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 YH62 GKX?

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What year was YH62 GKX registered?

YH62 GKX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is YH62 GKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH62 GKX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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