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FE12 TCU

2012 BMW S 1000

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

22,754 mi
Last recorded22,754 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW S 100011,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE12 TCU
MakeBMW
ModelS 1000
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 22,754 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 22,393 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 22,056 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 22,056 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 21,730 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 21,405 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 20,533 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 19,709 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 21 Apr 2018 19,709 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 19,150 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 16,536 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 10,197 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 10,197 miles

How Reliable is the BMW S 1000?

Based on 72,017 MOT tests across 12,740 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
1,172
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
12,740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
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FE12 TCU is a 2012 BMW S 1000 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW S 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 11,974 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 S 1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE12 TCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW S 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this BMW S 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE12 TCU registered?

FE12 TCU is a 2012 BMW S 1000, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is FE12 TCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE12 TCU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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