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SM12 TXO

2012 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,831 mi
Last recorded57,831 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 TXO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 57,831 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 54,317 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 48,587 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 44,634 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 42,390 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 41,309 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Jul 2020 41,245 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 38,217 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play Top yoke bearing and pin (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 30,409 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 23,700 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 18,070 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2015 7,009 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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SM12 TXO is a 2012 BMW R Series in White 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 SM12 TXO, 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

How do I check the history of SM12 TXO?

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What year was SM12 TXO registered?

SM12 TXO is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 August 2012.

Is SM12 TXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 TXO 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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