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AF12 JCU

2012 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,771 mi
Last recorded87,771 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R120021,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 JCU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 87,771 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 87,579 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 87,202 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 86,171 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 84,308 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 84,226 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 83,512 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 83,512 miles

Nearside Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 71,467 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 57,170 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 57,168 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 27 Feb 2015 41,449 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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AF12 JCU is a 2012 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 21,367 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 R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF12 JCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW R1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF12 JCU registered?

AF12 JCU is a 2012 BMW R1200, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is AF12 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 JCU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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