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RF12 EXN

2012 BMW S 1000

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,696 mi
Last recorded18,696 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW S 100011,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 EXN
MakeBMW
ModelS 1000
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 18,696 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play rear sprocket carrier bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2026 18,696 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play rear sprocket carrier bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 17,412 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged rubber slightly deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged rubber slightly deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))

rear sprocket carrier bearing / cush drives slightly worn

Fail 17 Apr 2025 17,412 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play loose headrace bearings (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged rubber slightly deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged rubber slightly deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))

rear sprocket carrier bearing / cush drives slightly worn

Pass 10 Aug 2023 16,670 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

rear brake has slight reserve travel

Pass 5 Jul 2022 15,612 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 15,040 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 13,139 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 12,341 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 9,423 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 5,712 miles

How Reliable is the BMW S 1000?

Based on 72,017 MOT tests across 12,740 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
1,172
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
12,740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
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RF12 EXN is a 2012 BMW S 1000 in Multi-colour with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 BMW S 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 11,974 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 S 1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF12 EXN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW S 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this BMW S 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RF12 EXN registered?

RF12 EXN is a 2012 BMW S 1000, first registered on 6 August 2012.

Is RF12 EXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF12 EXN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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