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YF12 ZYE

2012 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

35,545 mi
Last recorded35,545 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 ZYE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 35,545 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 35,009 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 34,128 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 32,802 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 30,640 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 30,097 miles

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 30,097 miles

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 29,206 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 26,876 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2018 26,876 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 May 2017 22,061 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 20,230 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 17,280 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 ZYE is a 2012 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ZYE, 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 ZYE registered?

YF12 ZYE is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is YF12 ZYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF12 ZYE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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