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AK12 PKF

2012 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,650 mi
Last recorded33,650 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 PKF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 33,650 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 30,599 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 29,115 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 26,374 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 23,668 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 23,470 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 21,811 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 21,169 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 19,464 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 18,513 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 16,120 miles

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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AK12 PKF is a 2012 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK12 PKF, 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 AK12 PKF registered?

AK12 PKF is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is AK12 PKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 PKF shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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