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S28 PET

2012 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,740 mi
Last recorded18,740 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW F Series15,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS28 PET
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 18,740 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 17,013 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2025 17,013 miles

Headlamp aim too high Re adjusted ok (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 17,010 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Looks like bulb has fallen out of its holder as you look through headlamp! (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 14,616 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 14,222 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2023 14,141 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 11,552 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 9,155 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 7,548 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 7,502 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 7,430 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 6,695 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 6,354 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 5,968 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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S28 PET is a 2012 BMW F Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S28 PET, 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 S28 PET?

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What year was S28 PET registered?

S28 PET is a 2012 BMW F Series, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is S28 PET safe to buy?

The MOT history for S28 PET shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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