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YX62 YZC

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,450 mi
Last recorded90,450 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX62 YZC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 90,450 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2025 87,354 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 82,521 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 78,169 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2023 78,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 73,363 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 68,992 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 65,333 miles

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rubber bush perishing (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 65,333 miles

Offside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working & damp inside lamp unit (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rubber bush perishing (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 59,783 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 52,652 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 45,544 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 38,968 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 22,492 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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YX62 YZC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YX62 YZC, 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 YX62 YZC registered?

YX62 YZC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is YX62 YZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX62 YZC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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