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LB12 RFN

2012 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,005 mi
Last recorded26,005 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 RFN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2025 26,005 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2024 25,797 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 24,968 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 24,328 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 23,801 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 23,036 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 22,106 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 21,318 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 20,416 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 18,423 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 12,316 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 RFN is a 2012 BMW R Series in Black 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 LB12 RFN, 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 RFN registered?

LB12 RFN is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 August 2012.

Is LB12 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 RFN 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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