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AP12 FVN

2012 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,778 mi
Last recorded45,778 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 FVN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 45,778 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2025 42,889 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2024 38,450 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 36,375 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 23 Apr 2022 34,059 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 30,152 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 29,569 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 26,167 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 24,041 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 22,276 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 20,073 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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AP12 FVN 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 AP12 FVN, 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 AP12 FVN registered?

AP12 FVN is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is AP12 FVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 FVN 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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