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YJ61 XVP

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,067 mi
Last recorded59,067 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ61 XVP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 59,067 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 56,920 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 54,045 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2024 54,045 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 52,102 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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YJ61 XVP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YJ61 XVP, 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 YJ61 XVP?

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What year was YJ61 XVP registered?

YJ61 XVP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 January 2012.

Is YJ61 XVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ61 XVP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJ61 XVP have outstanding finance?

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