Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Bmw 1 Series Petrol 1598cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 74,052 miles on the clock, averaging 17,012 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Bmw 1 Series issues include r/2018/132 and october 2013 vacuum pump recall.
MOT & Mileage History for YA12 YBU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 74,052 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,905 |
| Average per year | 17,012 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Bmw 1 Series
These are the most commonly reported problems on Bmw 1 Series models (2004–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
R/2018/132
October 2013 vacuum pump recall
Timing chain issues
Ignition coil failures
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YA12 YBU |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About YA12 YBU
What car is YA12 YBU?
YA12 YBU is a red Bmw 1 Series, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2012.
What is the mileage of YA12 YBU?
The last recorded mileage for YA12 YBU was 74,052 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA12 YBU passed its MOT?
YA12 YBU has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Nov 2018.
Is YA12 YBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA12 YBU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is YA12 YBU?
YA12 YBU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.