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AG59 ARG

2012 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,256 mi
Last recorded69,256 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG59 ARG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2025 69,256 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 66,589 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 63,562 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 61,542 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 60,867 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 58,797 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 53,941 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 50,929 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2016 45,865 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 23,768 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 23,768 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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AG59 ARG is a 2012 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 19,737 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AG59 ARG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 14 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AG59 ARG registered?

AG59 ARG is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AG59 ARG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG59 ARG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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