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KM12 JZW

2012 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,342 mi
Last recorded17,342 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R120021,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM12 JZW
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 17,342 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 16,915 miles

front tyre worn out of shape

Pass 29 Sep 2022 16,132 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 15,416 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 15,322 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 15,270 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 14,700 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 14,151 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 10,647 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 6,087 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 4,938 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 4,938 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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KM12 JZW is a 2012 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 21,367 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 R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM12 JZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW R1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KM12 JZW?

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What year was KM12 JZW registered?

KM12 JZW is a 2012 BMW R1200, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is KM12 JZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM12 JZW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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