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MF12 VPU

2012 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

23,081 mi
Last recorded23,081 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 VPU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 23,081 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 23,081 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 19,498 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 19,125 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 19,113 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 19,026 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 18,800 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 17,517 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 15,013 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 12,215 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 11,175 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 9,518 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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MF12 VPU is a 2012 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VPU, 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 MF12 VPU?

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What year was MF12 VPU registered?

MF12 VPU is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is MF12 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 VPU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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