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YP62 VVN

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,032 mi
Last recorded106,032 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP62 VVN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 106,032 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 101,438 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 92,328 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 83,953 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer plastic casing insecure (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 74,272 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 68,777 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 64,369 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 59,967 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 55,944 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 51,986 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 40,155 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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YP62 VVN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 YP62 VVN, 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

How do I check the history of YP62 VVN?

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What year was YP62 VVN registered?

YP62 VVN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is YP62 VVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP62 VVN 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 YP62 VVN have outstanding finance?

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