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BT12 DOU

2012 BMW G Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,156 mi
Last recorded33,156 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW G Series12,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 DOU
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 33,156 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 33,148 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 28,841 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 28,831 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working Front side lamp not operating. (4.2.1 (a))

Central Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre worn unevenly and below limit in places.110/80/19 Metzeler Tourance Ace. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2023 26,549 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 24,077 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 23,631 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 23,631 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 20,059 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 17,875 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 17,550 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 16,760 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 16,760 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 16,131 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 11,955 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 May 2015 9,597 miles

How Reliable is the BMW G Series?

Based on 9,521 MOT tests across 1,081 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,081
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 18
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BT12 DOU is a 2012 BMW G Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 BMW G Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 12,091 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW G Series fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT12 DOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW G Series typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this BMW G Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT12 DOU registered?

BT12 DOU is a 2012 BMW G Series, first registered on 7 June 2012.

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