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K16 GTG

2012 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,276 mi
Last recorded61,276 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK16 GTG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 61,276 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 55,901 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 50,763 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 49,920 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 49,920 miles

Central Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 45,212 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 44,011 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 44,008 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2019 32,163 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 20,347 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 15,873 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear shock absorber has restricted movement

Pass 18 Oct 2016 12,566 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 9,479 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Sep 2015 9,479 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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K16 GTG is a 2012 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 K16 GTG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K16 GTG registered?

K16 GTG is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 October 2012.

Is K16 GTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K16 GTG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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