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YC12 KVB

2012 BMW R1200GS

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,443 mi
Last recorded22,443 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R1200GS18,825 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 KVB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200GS
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2025 22,443 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 19,782 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 17,860 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 15,839 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 15,767 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2019 15,486 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 15,220 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 15,110 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 15,103 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 14,449 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200GS?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,628
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Headlamp aim too high 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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YC12 KVB is a 2012 BMW R1200GS in Grey 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 R1200GS models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 18,825 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200GS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC12 KVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200GS typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW R1200GS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC12 KVB registered?

YC12 KVB is a 2012 BMW R1200GS, first registered on 21 April 2012.

Is YC12 KVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 KVB shows 10 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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