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YR12 XPH

2012 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,257 mi
Last recorded19,257 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW F Series15,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 XPH
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 19,257 miles

Front Tyre Is Unevenly Worn

Nearside Front Anti-Slip provision Rubber Split

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 May 2025 19,252 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 18,686 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 17,433 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 14,937 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 14,523 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 14,147 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 11,957 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 10,947 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 9,764 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 6,253 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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YR12 XPH is a 2012 BMW F Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 15,032 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR12 XPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 14 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR12 XPH registered?

YR12 XPH is a 2012 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 May 2012.

Is YR12 XPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 XPH shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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