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A21 XRB

2012 BMW S 1000

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

122,972 mi
Last recorded122,972 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW S 100011,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 XRB
MakeBMW
ModelS 1000
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 122,972 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 11,519 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 113,033 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 10,757 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 105,609 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 8,959 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 99,366 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 8,214 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 91,705 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 4,029 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 84,126 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 76,998 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 67,297 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 67,289 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 50,458 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 49,733 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 39,731 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 29,394 miles

How Reliable is the BMW S 1000?

Based on 72,017 MOT tests across 12,740 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
1,172
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
12,740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
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A21 XRB is a 2012 BMW S 1000 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2012 BMW S 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 11,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW S 1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 XRB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW S 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this BMW S 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A21 XRB?

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What year was A21 XRB registered?

A21 XRB is a 2012 BMW S 1000, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is A21 XRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 XRB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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