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YC12 VWK

2012 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,019 mi
Last recorded35,019 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 VWK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 35,019 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 29,712 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 29,712 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 May 2021 24,295 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 22,216 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 18,582 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 17,547 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 16,142 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 15,252 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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YC12 VWK is a 2012 BMW R Series in Black 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 YC12 VWK, 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 YC12 VWK registered?

YC12 VWK is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is YC12 VWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 VWK 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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