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MF12 AYV

2012 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

57,912 mi
Last recorded57,912 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 AYV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 57,912 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 54,607 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 50,475 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 48,922 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 44,723 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened On Minimum Thickness 4mm (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 39,422 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively 4mm (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 36,971 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 34,222 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 32,400 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 32,400 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 32,254 miles

Rear Tyre as squared off

Pass 27 Feb 2016 30,954 miles

Front high beam fitted with HD bulb. slight blue tint

Pass 28 Feb 2015 27,490 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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MF12 AYV is a 2012 BMW R Series in Black 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 MF12 AYV, 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 MF12 AYV registered?

MF12 AYV is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is MF12 AYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 AYV 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.

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