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YC12 VWP

2012 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,743 mi
Last recorded107,743 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R120021,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 VWP
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 107,743 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 103,006 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 95,680 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 86,216 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 79,750 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 71,490 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 66,839 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 59,689 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 51,713 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Indicators showing slight white light(discoloured)

Fail 13 Apr 2018 51,713 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Indicators showing slight white light(discoloured)

Pass 14 Apr 2017 41,125 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 May 2016 34,679 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 34,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low bulb incorrectly fitted (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2015 27,653 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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YC12 VWP is a 2012 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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

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 YC12 VWP, 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 YC12 VWP registered?

YC12 VWP is a 2012 BMW R1200, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is YC12 VWP safe to buy?

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