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YP62 YFC

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

111,182 mi
Last recorded111,182 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP62 YFC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 111,182 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 99,818 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 94,038 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 89,179 miles

Both Front Tires wearing slightly on the edges

Pass 20 Aug 2021 80,659 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 73,146 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 62,550 miles

rear pads on limit

Pass 20 Aug 2018 50,863 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2017 41,794 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged 225/40 x 18 92 y

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Pass 30 Nov 2016 30,291 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 30,291 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 21,852 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 21,820 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 21,566 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 YFC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YFC, 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 YP62 YFC registered?

YP62 YFC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is YP62 YFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP62 YFC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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