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YT62 MKM

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,774 mi
Last recorded133,774 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT62 MKM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 133,774 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 125,145 miles

Front both shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 114,198 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 114,198 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 105,069 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 97,856 miles

Damage to nearside mirror.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2022 97,856 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Damage to nearside mirror.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 89,684 miles

Nearside mirror glass cracked.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 82,196 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 31 Jan 2019 72,202 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 61,174 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 43,606 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 32,442 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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YT62 MKM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YT62 MKM, 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 YT62 MKM?

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What year was YT62 MKM registered?

YT62 MKM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is YT62 MKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT62 MKM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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