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HG61 LNP

2012 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,411 mi
Last recorded39,411 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG61 LNP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 39,411 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2025 38,095 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 37,143 miles

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Sep 2024 37,143 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 35,328 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2022 35,328 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high high beam aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 30,175 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2019 30,173 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 24,281 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 24,259 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 24,124 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 21,138 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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HG61 LNP is a 2012 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HG61 LNP, 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 HG61 LNP registered?

HG61 LNP is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 January 2012.

Is HG61 LNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG61 LNP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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