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A29 SEM

2012 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,334 mi
Last recorded20,334 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA29 SEM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 20,334 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 19,560 miles

Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 18,522 miles

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

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

Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 17,575 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 16,615 miles

Front Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 15,592 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 14,680 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 14,660 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 13,363 miles

Front Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2017 12,700 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 11,129 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 11,129 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 May 2015 7,934 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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A29 SEM is a 2012 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.6% with a typical mileage of 19,512 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 A29 SEM, 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 14 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A29 SEM registered?

A29 SEM is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is A29 SEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A29 SEM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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