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LS12 XVL

2012 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

36,286 mi
Last recorded36,286 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 XVL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 36,286 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 35,658 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 34,798 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 32,167 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 28,943 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 26,704 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 26,074 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 23,372 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 18,973 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 13,361 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 13,361 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 13,027 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 12,125 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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LS12 XVL is a 2012 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LS12 XVL, 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

How do I check the history of LS12 XVL?

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What year was LS12 XVL registered?

LS12 XVL is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is LS12 XVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS12 XVL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LS12 XVL have outstanding finance?

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