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MJ12 GCZ

2012 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,506 mi
Last recorded49,506 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ12 GCZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 49,506 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 47,854 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 47,127 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 45,607 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 42,082 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 39,010 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2019 36,437 miles

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

bike makes a wineing noise when pushed

Pass 22 May 2018 32,405 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 28,741 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 24,081 miles

main beam inop

Pass 26 May 2015 19,585 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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MJ12 GCZ is a 2012 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 MJ12 GCZ, 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 MJ12 GCZ?

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What year was MJ12 GCZ registered?

MJ12 GCZ is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is MJ12 GCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ12 GCZ shows 11 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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