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GR12 MES

2012 BMW G Series

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

48,275 mi
Last recorded48,275 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW G Series12,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR12 MES
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022 48,275 miles

Oil leak due to being over filled

Fail 2 Nov 2022 48,275 miles

Oil leak due to being over filled

Rear Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Fail 24 Oct 2022 48,248 miles

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

Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both fork oil seals have slight misting (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak due to being over filled

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

Pass 10 Nov 2018 42,647 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 42,536 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2017 33,417 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 33,394 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride CHAIN ADJUSTER (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride CHAIN ADJUSTER (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Jan 2016 27,230 miles

Clutch lever short

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Jan 2016 27,230 miles

Clutch lever short

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW G Series?

Based on 9,521 MOT tests across 1,081 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,081
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 18
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GR12 MES is a 2012 BMW G Series in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 2012 BMW G Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 12,091 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 G Series fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GR12 MES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW G Series typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this BMW G Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GR12 MES registered?

GR12 MES is a 2012 BMW G Series, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is GR12 MES safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR12 MES shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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