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HN12 BVZ

2012 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,522 mi
Last recorded22,522 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN12 BVZ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2023 22,522 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 22,522 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2022 21,269 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 19,504 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 18,242 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 15,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear brake is slightly binding

Pass 13 Aug 2016 12,708 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 10,582 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

engine oil level low

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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HN12 BVZ is a 2012 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HN12 BVZ, 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.

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What year was HN12 BVZ registered?

HN12 BVZ is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is HN12 BVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN12 BVZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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