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GF12 AJV

2012 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

51,870 mi
Last recorded51,870 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 AJV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 51,870 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 49,697 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened boot (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 46,723 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2023 46,147 miles

Rear Rear brake pad pin & shim corroded

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

Fail 29 Apr 2023 46,147 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear brake pad pin & shim corroded

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

Pass 21 Aug 2021 43,306 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2021 43,306 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2020 40,883 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2020 40,883 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 33,747 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 33,747 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 28,094 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2018 28,094 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 22,248 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 8,196 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 7,976 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 6,816 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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GF12 AJV is a 2012 BMW R Series in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GF12 AJV, 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 GF12 AJV registered?

GF12 AJV is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is GF12 AJV safe to buy?

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