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EO12 FOV

2012 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,269 mi
Last recorded26,269 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW F Series15,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO12 FOV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 26,269 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 May 2026 26,247 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 25,548 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 25,011 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 24,611 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2022 24,263 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 24,085 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 25 Jun 2020 23,724 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 23,715 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy Front steering head bearings are notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front brakes show fluctuation on brake test (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 22,925 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 22,027 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 18,365 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 14,197 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 10,389 miles

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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EO12 FOV is a 2012 BMW F Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EO12 FOV, 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 EO12 FOV registered?

EO12 FOV is a 2012 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is EO12 FOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO12 FOV 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.

Does EO12 FOV have outstanding finance?

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