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FE12 TFA

2012 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,646 mi
Last recorded26,646 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE12 TFA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 26,646 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 24,878 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 22,942 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 20,499 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 20,499 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Feb 2019 16,116 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 15,686 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 14,766 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 11,554 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 10,486 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 TFA is a 2012 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TFA, 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 TFA?

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What year was FE12 TFA registered?

FE12 TFA is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is FE12 TFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE12 TFA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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