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LB12 JVK

2012 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,635 mi
Last recorded37,635 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 JVK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 37,635 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 33,492 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 31,541 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 31,541 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 30,803 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 30,566 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 30,555 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 30,466 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 30,155 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 25,431 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 18,917 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 17,733 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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LB12 JVK is a 2012 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LB12 JVK, 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

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What year was LB12 JVK registered?

LB12 JVK is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is LB12 JVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 JVK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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