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YK12 OZG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Orange Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,017 mi
Last recorded119,017 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 OZG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 119,017 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 108,381 miles

Engine covers & Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Dec 2022 104,211 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 23 Dec 2022 104,211 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jun 2021 94,392 miles

under trays & engine covers fitted obscuring the view of some components

Fail 11 Jun 2021 94,392 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays & engine covers fitted obscuring the view of some components

Pass 18 Jun 2020 84,274 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring view

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 77,011 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 61,823 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 46,928 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 33,383 miles

slight pitting on inner faces of front discs

Pass 9 Mar 2015 21,713 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 OZG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 OZG, 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 OZG registered?

YK12 OZG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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