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YK12 NYH

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

97,706 mi
Last recorded97,706 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 NYH
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 97,706 miles

UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Pass 31 Jan 2022 86,947 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 80,244 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 60,615 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured (Both front headlight wiring) (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 46,267 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 38,444 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 38,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 36,269 miles

both front tyres perrished on tread

light switch worn

Pass 10 Nov 2015 31,978 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 24,541 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 NYH is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YK12 NYH, 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 NYH registered?

YK12 NYH is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is YK12 NYH safe to buy?

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