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SM12 FXX

2012 BMW F Series

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,236 mi
Last recorded38,236 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW F Series15,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 FXX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Apr 2026 38,236 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2025 35,344 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 32,349 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2023 30,351 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 29,801 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 25,713 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 25,713 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 20,017 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 15,748 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 May 2018 15,748 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 13,807 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 11,189 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 8,302 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 8,302 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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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SM12 FXX is a 2012 BMW F Series in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SM12 FXX, 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.

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What year was SM12 FXX registered?

SM12 FXX is a 2012 BMW F Series, first registered on 19 June 2012.

Is SM12 FXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 FXX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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