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VE12 BYS

2012 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,503 mi
Last recorded40,503 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW F Series15,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 BYS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 40,503 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 31,357 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 28,137 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 24,957 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 20,818 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 16,966 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 12,711 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 10,803 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 6,876 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 6,764 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 6,712 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 6,539 miles

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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VE12 BYS is a 2012 BMW F Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VE12 BYS, 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

How do I check the history of VE12 BYS?

You can check the full history of VE12 BYS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VE12 BYS registered?

VE12 BYS is a 2012 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 June 2012.

Is VE12 BYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE12 BYS shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE12 BYS have outstanding finance?

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