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J15 BOA

2012 BMW 7 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

216,189 mi
Last recorded216,189 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ15 BOA
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2025 216,189 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 214,438 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 212,919 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 194,204 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 191,122 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 188,302 miles

covers and shields fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2019 182,003 miles

covers and shields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Mar 2019 169,128 miles

covers and shields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Sep 2018 158,671 miles

Covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of certain components

Pass 10 Mar 2018 142,601 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2017 124,147 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 107,640 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 95,864 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 93,035 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 79,390 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 65,158 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 50,871 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2014 37,588 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 23,293 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 7,866 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Smoke emissions 0.00

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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J15 BOA is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J15 BOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J15 BOA registered?

J15 BOA is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 16 November 2012.

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