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RV62 XEW

2012 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

28,454 mi
Last recorded28,454 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW F Series15,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV62 XEW
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 28,454 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 27,823 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 25,649 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 21,550 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 16,865 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 15,961 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear rear shock absorber body corroded but not excessive

Pass 17 Apr 2021 14,467 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 13,846 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 13,122 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 12,559 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 11,756 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 11,756 miles

Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 9,970 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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RV62 XEW is a 2012 BMW F Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 15,032 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV62 XEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 14 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV62 XEW?

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What year was RV62 XEW registered?

RV62 XEW is a 2012 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 October 2012.

Is RV62 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 XEW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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