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YB61 VNC

2012 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,003 mi
Last recorded42,003 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R120021,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 VNC
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2026 42,003 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 40,490 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 37,548 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 34,925 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2022 34,563 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 31,573 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 28,120 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 25,064 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 23,134 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 20,535 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 16,661 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 12,111 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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YB61 VNC is a 2012 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 21,367 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB61 VNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW R1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB61 VNC registered?

YB61 VNC is a 2012 BMW R1200, first registered on 8 February 2012.

Is YB61 VNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 VNC 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.

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