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AO12 DYG

2012 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,248 mi
Last recorded17,248 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW F Series15,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 DYG
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 17,248 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 16,886 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 15,659 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 14,691 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Dec 2021 14,691 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 13,388 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 13,388 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 11,247 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 10,808 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 10,808 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 8,598 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 7,036 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 6,195 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 5,224 miles

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

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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AO12 DYG is a 2012 BMW F Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO12 DYG, 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 AO12 DYG registered?

AO12 DYG is a 2012 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is AO12 DYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 DYG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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