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SY12 OZU

2012 BMW S 1000

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

19,410 mi
Last recorded19,410 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW S 100011,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY12 OZU
MakeBMW
ModelS 1000
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 19,410 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 18,934 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2024 18,934 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 18,189 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 17,322 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 15,950 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Jul 2021 15,931 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 12,962 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 11,791 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 11,074 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 9,007 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 7,903 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 6,721 miles

How Reliable is the BMW S 1000?

Based on 72,017 MOT tests across 12,740 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
1,172
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
12,740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
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SY12 OZU is a 2012 BMW S 1000 in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW S 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 11,974 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 S 1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY12 OZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW S 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this BMW S 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SY12 OZU registered?

SY12 OZU is a 2012 BMW S 1000, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is SY12 OZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY12 OZU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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