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YR12 JHV

2012 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,677 mi
Last recorded39,677 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 JHV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 39,677 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 38,836 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 36,898 miles

Central Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively minor play in ball joints (monitor) (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 35,309 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 32,378 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 30,470 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 25,373 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 21,716 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 21,669 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2017 21,669 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 17,425 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 13,967 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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YR12 JHV is a 2012 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.6% with a typical mileage of 19,512 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR12 JHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 14 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR12 JHV registered?

YR12 JHV is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 March 2012.

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The MOT history for YR12 JHV 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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