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GU12 UFZ

2012 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,974 mi
Last recorded11,974 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 UFZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 11,974 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 11,064 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded Rear Brake lever has slight corrosion. (3.1.5)

Centre stand has slight corrosion.

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Staunchean corrosion. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Staunchean Corrosion. (2.3.1)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Corrosion on front frame near headstock. (6.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2016 10,907 miles

Front Brake pads have corrosion to backing plates.

Rear Number plate letters and figures have honeycomb background, but can be read.

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 8,919 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 7,523 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 7,518 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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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GU12 UFZ is a 2012 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU12 UFZ, 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 GU12 UFZ registered?

GU12 UFZ is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 April 2012.

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