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BL12 FZO

2012 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,059 mi
Last recorded13,059 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL12 FZO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2025 13,059 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 10,223 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 8,100 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 6,905 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 5,001 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 2,990 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 1,051 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 1,040 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 1,005 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 965 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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BL12 FZO is a 2012 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 BL12 FZO, 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 BL12 FZO registered?

BL12 FZO is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 August 2012.

Is BL12 FZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL12 FZO shows 10 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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