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YH12 DVK

2012 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,578 mi
Last recorded26,578 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW R Series19,737 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH12 DVK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 26,578 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 25,919 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 24,136 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 22,206 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 20,777 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 19,004 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 18,003 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 15,384 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2019 15,384 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 13,566 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 12,639 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 11,135 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2015 10,134 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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YH12 DVK is a 2012 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YH12 DVK, 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

How do I check the history of YH12 DVK?

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What year was YH12 DVK registered?

YH12 DVK is a 2012 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is YH12 DVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH12 DVK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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