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LF62 XJB

2012 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,408 mi
Last recorded32,408 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF62 XJB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 32,408 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2025 27,834 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2020 27,763 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 27,538 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 27,313 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 20,680 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 15,471 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 15,270 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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LF62 XJB is a 2012 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LF62 XJB, 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 LF62 XJB registered?

LF62 XJB is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is LF62 XJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF62 XJB shows 8 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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