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YH62 GNZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,611 mi
Last recorded111,611 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2022 111,611 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 94,682 miles

Offside Front 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 8 Feb 2021 92,990 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 92,990 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 82,241 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 74,792 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Sep 2017 68,156 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 55,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6-5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 39,527 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

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 GNZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GNZ, 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 GNZ registered?

YH62 GNZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is YH62 GNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH62 GNZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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