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KW12 LNT

2012 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,689 mi
Last recorded35,689 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 LNT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 35,689 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 35,114 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 33,350 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 31,342 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 28,674 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 25,581 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 24,652 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 22,706 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 20,117 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 16,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2015 12,067 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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KW12 LNT is a 2012 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 19,737 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KW12 LNT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 14 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KW12 LNT?

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What year was KW12 LNT registered?

KW12 LNT is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is KW12 LNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW12 LNT shows 11 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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