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FV61 OXM

2012 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

53,543 mi
Last recorded53,543 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 OXM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 53,543 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 52,394 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 50,494 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 47,492 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 44,667 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 44,631 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2021 35,696 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 35,259 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 34,322 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 33,060 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 33,060 miles

Central Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 28,256 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 20,719 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 20,694 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 20,694 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2016 20,693 miles

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

Nearside Footrest missing nearside pillion pivot pin, retaining circlip missing (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2015 11,769 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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FV61 OXM is a 2012 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FV61 OXM, 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.

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What year was FV61 OXM registered?

FV61 OXM is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is FV61 OXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 OXM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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