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WJ12 XWK

2012 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,688 mi
Last recorded54,688 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 XWK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 54,688 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 41,137 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2022 41,137 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 27,981 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 18,088 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 16,721 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 14,585 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 11,701 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 8,103 miles

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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WJ12 XWK is a 2012 BMW R Series in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WJ12 XWK, 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 WJ12 XWK registered?

WJ12 XWK is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 April 2012.

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The MOT history for WJ12 XWK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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