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SL12 GGO

2012 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,357 mi
Last recorded37,357 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 GGO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 37,357 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 37,179 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 34,165 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 31,699 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 29,632 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 28,618 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 26,595 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 24,211 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 20,956 miles

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 14,532 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2016 14,532 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 11,518 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

headlamp cover marked " offroad use only " - does not affect aim

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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SL12 GGO is a 2012 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL12 GGO, 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 SL12 GGO registered?

SL12 GGO is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is SL12 GGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL12 GGO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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