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F18 CJA

2012 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,379 mi
Last recorded94,379 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF18 CJA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 94,379 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 94,322 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 93,005 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 88,534 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 84,303 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 6 Mar 2018 84,303 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 73,046 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 59,736 miles

front shock absorber has slight misting off oil on unit

Fail 10 Mar 2015 43,366 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 43,366 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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F18 CJA is a 2012 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F18 CJA, 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.

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What year was F18 CJA registered?

F18 CJA is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 March 2012.

Is F18 CJA safe to buy?

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