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SY12 PFG

2012 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,045 mi
Last recorded33,045 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY12 PFG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2025 33,045 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 32,387 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 31,819 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 31,274 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 30,265 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2019 28,271 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 May 2018 27,372 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to fade (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 May 2017 26,052 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 24,324 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 17,374 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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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SY12 PFG is a 2012 BMW R Series in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SY12 PFG, 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 SY12 PFG registered?

SY12 PFG is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is SY12 PFG safe to buy?

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