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FE12 SZU

2012 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,955 mi
Last recorded35,955 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE12 SZU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 35,955 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 34,341 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 31,039 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 29,208 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 27,144 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 25,607 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 23,771 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 22,015 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 19,334 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 11 Jul 2016 19,334 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2015 15,952 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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FE12 SZU is a 2012 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.6% with a typical mileage of 19,512 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE12 SZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 14 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FE12 SZU?

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What year was FE12 SZU registered?

FE12 SZU is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 July 2012.

Is FE12 SZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE12 SZU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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