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DE12 YZG

2012 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,458 mi
Last recorded51,458 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 YZG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 May 2025 51,458 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 49,714 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 47,500 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 40,883 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 33,445 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 25,226 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 22,165 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 20,553 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 17,910 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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DE12 YZG is a 2012 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DE12 YZG, 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 DE12 YZG registered?

DE12 YZG is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is DE12 YZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE12 YZG shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE12 YZG have outstanding finance?

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