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KY12 SYW

2012 BMW S 1000

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

36,508 mi
Last recorded36,508 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW S 100011,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY12 SYW
MakeBMW
ModelS 1000
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 36,508 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 35,063 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 29,264 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Registration plate cracked but still readable (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jun 2024 29,264 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Registration plate cracked but still readable (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 May 2023 22,853 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2022 15,870 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2022 15,870 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2021 15,034 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 13,855 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 13,631 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 11,085 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2016 9,291 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 7,033 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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KY12 SYW is a 2012 BMW S 1000 in Multi-colour with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KY12 SYW, 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 KY12 SYW registered?

KY12 SYW is a 2012 BMW S 1000, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is KY12 SYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY12 SYW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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