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GY12 CFN

2012 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,883 mi
Last recorded26,883 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW F Series15,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 CFN
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 26,883 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 26,723 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 25,639 miles

Central Main centre stand worn

Fail 26 May 2023 25,639 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 25,616 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2021 25,616 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 25,020 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Oct 2020 25,020 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 22,945 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 18,033 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 15,748 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 8,599 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 May 2015 6,887 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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GY12 CFN is a 2012 BMW F Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GY12 CFN, 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 GY12 CFN registered?

GY12 CFN is a 2012 BMW F Series, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is GY12 CFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY12 CFN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY12 CFN have outstanding finance?

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