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KV12 ELC

2012 BMW S 1000

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,749 mi
Last recorded28,749 miles
Recorded on15 May 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW S 100011,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 ELC
MakeBMW
ModelS 1000
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2024 28,749 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 24,034 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2023 24,034 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front position light inop

drive chain very dry of lube

Pass 24 Mar 2022 21,041 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 15,529 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 8,269 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 5,315 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 5,315 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 3,674 miles

How Reliable is the BMW S 1000?

Based on 72,017 MOT tests across 12,740 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
1,172
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
12,740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
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KV12 ELC is a 2012 BMW S 1000 in Multi-colour with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2012 BMW S 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 11,974 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 S 1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV12 ELC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW S 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this BMW S 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV12 ELC registered?

KV12 ELC is a 2012 BMW S 1000, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is KV12 ELC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 ELC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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