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GD12 XVO

2012 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,882 mi
Last recorded16,882 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD12 XVO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 16,882 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 15,975 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 14,729 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 13,423 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 11,414 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 9,613 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 9,132 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 8,026 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 5,958 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 2,602 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 1,878 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 1,667 miles

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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GD12 XVO is a 2012 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GD12 XVO, 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 GD12 XVO registered?

GD12 XVO is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 May 2012.

Is GD12 XVO safe to buy?

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