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YK62 UNU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,551 mi
Last recorded95,551 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 UNU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2024 95,551 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2024 95,551 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 84,835 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Dec 2023 84,828 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

coolant level low

Pass 1 Dec 2022 74,087 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 61,178 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 52,444 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 38,383 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 32,993 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 27,834 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 22,828 miles

Front windscreen wipers smear slightly

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Oct 2015 17,497 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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YK62 UNU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 YK62 UNU, 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 YK62 UNU registered?

YK62 UNU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is YK62 UNU safe to buy?

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