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RF61 NWR

2012 BMW S 1000

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,184 mi
Last recorded20,184 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW S 100011,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF61 NWR
MakeBMW
ModelS 1000
Year2012
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 20,184 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 20,173 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 19,842 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 19,604 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 18,960 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 16,647 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 May 2018 14,367 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 May 2018 14,367 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 May 2017 11,841 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2016 10,166 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear registration plate light not working

Pass 7 May 2015 8,227 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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RF61 NWR 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 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RF61 NWR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF61 NWR registered?

RF61 NWR is a 2012 BMW S 1000, first registered on 7 February 2012.

Is RF61 NWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF61 NWR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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