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FE62 XBD

2012 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,258 mi
Last recorded20,258 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 XBD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 20,258 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 16,889 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 14,820 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit recommend renewal (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 12,257 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit worn low (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 10,641 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 8,905 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 8,403 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight Pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 7,769 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 6 Nov 2018 7,769 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 7,432 miles

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

Front front brakes binding

Nearside Oil leak oil leak from engine ()

Pass 1 Nov 2016 5,864 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 5,864 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 5,239 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 5,237 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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FE62 XBD is a 2012 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FE62 XBD, 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 FE62 XBD registered?

FE62 XBD is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is FE62 XBD safe to buy?

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