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OW12 LJE

2012 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,858 mi
Last recorded69,858 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R120021,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW12 LJE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2026 69,858 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 68,628 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 66,764 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 62,149 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 8 Apr 2022 56,463 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2021 54,573 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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OW12 LJE is a 2012 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 21,367 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OW12 LJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW R1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OW12 LJE registered?

OW12 LJE is a 2012 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is OW12 LJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW12 LJE shows 6 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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