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GY62 FNW

2012 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,639 mi
Last recorded39,639 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY62 FNW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2020 39,639 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2019 33,309 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 30,981 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2017 30,981 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2016 26,545 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 18,910 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 18,910 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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GY62 FNW is a 2012 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GY62 FNW, 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 GY62 FNW registered?

GY62 FNW is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 October 2012.

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The MOT history for GY62 FNW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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