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YR12 FKV

2012 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,537 mi
Last recorded103,537 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW Z443,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 FKV
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 103,537 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2025 99,715 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2025 99,714 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 92,710 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 91,887 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2022 82,698 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 71,272 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 70,815 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 69,878 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 68,030 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 61,002 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 53,614 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 44,167 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Mar 2015 44,167 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW Z4?

Based on 699,787 MOT tests across 46,739 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
3,672
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
46,739
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,961
coil spring broken 6,689
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,893
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,843
coil spring fractured 5,828
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YR12 FKV is a 2012 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 43,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,961 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR12 FKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 14 years old, this BMW Z4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR12 FKV registered?

YR12 FKV is a 2012 BMW Z4, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is YR12 FKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 FKV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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