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FD12 NKU

2012 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,204 mi
Last recorded33,204 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 NKU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 33,204 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 29,990 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 29,754 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 29,199 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 28,513 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 28,069 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 27,813 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 26,147 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 22,043 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 17,948 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 17,948 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2016 15,711 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 11,929 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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FD12 NKU is a 2012 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FD12 NKU, 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 FD12 NKU registered?

FD12 NKU is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 July 2012.

Is FD12 NKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD12 NKU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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