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H381 GBD

2012 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

9,376 mi
Last recorded9,376 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH381 GBD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 9,376 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 9,250 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 9,177 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 9,052 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 8,826 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 8,515 miles

no indicators fitted primarily used off road

Pass 24 May 2016 8,364 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 7,970 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 7,430 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 7,107 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 7,107 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 31 May 2012 6,263 miles

no indicators fitted at time of test primarily used for off road

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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H381 GBD is a 2012 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 H381 GBD, 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 H381 GBD registered?

H381 GBD is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is H381 GBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H381 GBD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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