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HG12 JOH

2012 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,911 mi
Last recorded89,911 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 JOH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 89,911 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 86,232 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2022 83,944 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Wheel corroded but not to excess Front and rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2021 80,440 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 79,274 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2019 70,882 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 70,591 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 61,027 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 49,430 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 34,831 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 34,757 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front brake disc worn, advise renewal

Front brakes slightly binding.

Front tyre nearing minimum limit

Pass 30 Jan 2015 16,937 miles

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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HG12 JOH is a 2012 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 HG12 JOH, 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.

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What year was HG12 JOH registered?

HG12 JOH is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 June 2012.

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