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YP12 WLR

2012 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

32,364 mi
Last recorded32,364 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW R120021,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP12 WLR
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 32,364 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 31,623 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 30,864 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 27,299 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 25,773 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 24,040 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 23,481 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 19,870 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 17,724 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 13,902 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 9,943 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 9,943 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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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YP12 WLR is a 2012 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YP12 WLR, 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 YP12 WLR registered?

YP12 WLR is a 2012 BMW R1200, first registered on 16 June 2012.

Is YP12 WLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP12 WLR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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