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VO12 AOK

2012 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,225 mi
Last recorded78,225 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW F Series15,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO12 AOK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 78,225 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Dust seal also damaged/missing (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2024 76,504 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 76,504 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 75,250 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 73,522 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 65,025 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 57,025 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 57,020 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 48,254 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 38,238 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 37,505 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 36,452 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 27,966 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 19,174 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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VO12 AOK is a 2012 BMW F Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VO12 AOK, 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 VO12 AOK registered?

VO12 AOK is a 2012 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is VO12 AOK safe to buy?

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