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KW12 FYV

2012 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,735 mi
Last recorded36,735 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R120021,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 FYV
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 36,735 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 35,997 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 35,977 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 34,467 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 30,320 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 26,671 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 24,440 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

slightly reduced dampening on rear shock

Pass 7 Feb 2019 19,762 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 15,342 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 14,637 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 11,858 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 8,969 miles

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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KW12 FYV 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 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KW12 FYV, 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 KW12 FYV?

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What year was KW12 FYV registered?

KW12 FYV is a 2012 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is KW12 FYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW12 FYV shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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