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ST12 XBU

2012 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,461 mi
Last recorded64,461 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW F Series15,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST12 XBU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2019 64,461 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 59,596 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 53,216 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 43,603 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 33,389 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 33,245 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

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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ST12 XBU is a 2012 BMW F Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ST12 XBU, 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

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What year was ST12 XBU registered?

ST12 XBU is a 2012 BMW F Series, first registered on 13 August 2012.

Is ST12 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST12 XBU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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