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YY62 VAE

2013 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,941 mi
Last recorded33,941 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY62 VAE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2016 33,941 miles

Nearside Rear Seatbelt not inspected due to presence of child restraint.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YY62 VAE is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 65,681 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 YY62 VAE, 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 13 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 YY62 VAE registered?

YY62 VAE is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 January 2013.

Is YY62 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY62 VAE shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YY62 VAE have outstanding finance?

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