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YK62 XLG

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,403 mi
Last recorded79,403 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 XLG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 79,403 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner tyre wearing on edge

fuel warning light on

Pass 21 Nov 2024 77,190 miles

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lenses deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

bonnet latch difficult to open, sprayed wd40 & grease on it

engine & underbody covers fitted

engine service light is on

Pass 21 Nov 2023 73,656 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside (4.4.3 (a))

engine & underbody covers fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2022 70,652 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine and underbody covers fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2021 67,921 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

The engine & under body has covers fitted

Fail 17 Sep 2021 67,921 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. has a 245/35 18 fitted, should be a 215/40 18 (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

The engine & under body has covers fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2020 66,415 miles

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

The engine & under body has covers fitted

The engine service light is on

Pass 25 Jan 2019 60,215 miles

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

engine and underbody covers fitted

Fail 25 Jan 2019 60,215 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure dunlop 215/4018 y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

engine and underbody covers fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2018 51,683 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 37,369 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 23,225 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 XLG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc 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 YK62 XLG, 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 XLG registered?

YK62 XLG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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The MOT history for YK62 XLG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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