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YK12 DSG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,251 mi
Last recorded109,251 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 DSG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 109,251 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 30 May 2025 93,855 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 21 May 2025 93,793 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 78,694 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 45,563 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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YK12 DSG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black 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 YK12 DSG, 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

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What year was YK12 DSG registered?

YK12 DSG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is YK12 DSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 DSG 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.

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