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A12 RTG

2009 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

52,739 mi
Last recorded52,739 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 RTG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 52,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front tyre worn uneven

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 49,351 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front tyre worn uneven

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 45,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front tyre worn uneven

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 43,202 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 43,202 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2022 39,064 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 37,880 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 30,855 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 25,594 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 22,995 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 22,995 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2014 18,281 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2014 18,281 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2012 18,168 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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A12 RTG is a 2009 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 22,995 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 RTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 17 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A12 RTG registered?

A12 RTG is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 7 August 2009.

Is A12 RTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 RTG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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