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ML12 OLW

2012 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,611 mi
Last recorded8,611 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML12 OLW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,649cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 8,611 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 8,516 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 8,422 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 8,296 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 8,048 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 8,023 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 7,956 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 7,881 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2016 7,672 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 7,029 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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ML12 OLW is a 2012 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.6% with a typical mileage of 19,512 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML12 OLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 14 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ML12 OLW registered?

ML12 OLW is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is ML12 OLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML12 OLW shows 10 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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