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KW12 DZG

2012 BMW G Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

38,582 mi
Last recorded38,582 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW G Series12,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 DZG
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 38,582 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 37,183 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 34,315 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Mar 2024 34,315 miles

Drive chain sprocket excessively loose cush drive rubbers worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 28,870 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 28,870 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2021 25,075 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 22,083 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2020 22,082 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 18,267 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 17,097 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 13,904 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 11,143 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 11,029 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 11,029 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW G Series?

Based on 9,521 MOT tests across 1,081 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,081
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 18
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KW12 DZG is a 2012 BMW G Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW G Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 12,091 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 G Series fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KW12 DZG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW G Series typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this BMW G Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KW12 DZG registered?

KW12 DZG is a 2012 BMW G Series, first registered on 29 June 2012.

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