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YF12 ZXX

2012 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,120 mi
Last recorded23,120 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 ZXX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 23,120 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 23,004 miles

Front Brake clevis joint corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Brake clevis joint corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 22,900 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Crack (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Mar 2020 22,900 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Crack (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 21,349 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 21,343 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 20,951 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 16,970 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 12,241 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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YF12 ZXX is a 2012 BMW R Series in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YF12 ZXX, 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 YF12 ZXX registered?

YF12 ZXX is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 June 2012.

Is YF12 ZXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF12 ZXX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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