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YC12 VXD

2012 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,951 mi
Last recorded53,951 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R120021,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 VXD
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 53,951 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 53,799 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 53,689 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 53,544 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 53,218 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 52,282 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 47,028 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 37,487 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 29,820 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2015 21,646 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2015 21,646 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 VXD is a 2012 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VXD, 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

How do I check the history of YC12 VXD?

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What year was YC12 VXD registered?

YC12 VXD is a 2012 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is YC12 VXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 VXD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC12 VXD have outstanding finance?

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