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YK62 VTT

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,999 mi
Last recorded9,999 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 VTT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2026 9,999 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 9,907 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 9,892 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 9,659 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 9,464 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 9,006 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 8,843 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 8,818 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

undertray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Oct 2017 8,754 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 8,644 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 8,557 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 VTT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VTT, 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 VTT registered?

YK62 VTT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 October 2012.

Is YK62 VTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK62 VTT shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YK62 VTT have outstanding finance?

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