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BN12 WHJ

2012 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,135 mi
Last recorded20,135 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R120021,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 WHJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2025 20,135 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 20,113 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 19,913 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 19,742 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 18,492 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 16,841 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 15,295 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 13,179 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 11,524 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 10,185 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 8,327 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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BN12 WHJ is a 2012 BMW R1200 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 R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 21,367 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN12 WHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW R1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN12 WHJ?

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What year was BN12 WHJ registered?

BN12 WHJ is a 2012 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BN12 WHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 WHJ 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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