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RV12 ZVA

2012 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,342 mi
Last recorded35,342 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 ZVA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2026 35,342 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 35,088 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 34,827 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 32,786 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 28,196 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 25,030 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 15,911 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 4,515 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 2,826 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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RV12 ZVA is a 2012 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 RV12 ZVA, 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

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What year was RV12 ZVA registered?

RV12 ZVA is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is RV12 ZVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 ZVA shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV12 ZVA have outstanding finance?

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