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GY62 FOM

2012 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,290 mi
Last recorded30,290 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY62 FOM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 30,290 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 30,182 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 29,893 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 29,012 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 28,872 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 28,693 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 25,910 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 22,213 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake slight grab on front link to rear (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 17,885 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 30 Oct 2015 17,885 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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GY62 FOM is a 2012 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.6% with a typical mileage of 19,512 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY62 FOM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 14 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY62 FOM registered?

GY62 FOM is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 November 2012.

Is GY62 FOM safe to buy?

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