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LG12 JSX

2012 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,720 mi
Last recorded34,720 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 JSX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 34,720 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 30,284 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 30,257 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 30,205 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 30,167 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 30,034 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 29,974 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Lower balljoint gator split

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

Pass 4 May 2017 27,525 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 27,525 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 6 May 2016 21,765 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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LG12 JSX is a 2012 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LG12 JSX, 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 LG12 JSX registered?

LG12 JSX is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 August 2012.

Is LG12 JSX safe to buy?

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