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BG12 VXY

2012 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,319 mi
Last recorded44,319 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 VXY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 44,319 miles

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 43,120 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 42,359 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 39,981 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 35,383 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 33,269 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 29,011 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 May 2018 21,573 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 17,191 miles
Pass 2 May 2016 13,107 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 8,577 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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BG12 VXY 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 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 BG12 VXY, 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 BG12 VXY registered?

BG12 VXY is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is BG12 VXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 VXY 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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