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LG12 JHY

2012 BMW G Series

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,213 mi
Last recorded27,213 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW G Series12,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 JHY
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2025 27,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 27,130 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 27,130 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 24,540 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 22,284 miles

Front brake pads worn

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 21,365 miles

front lower head stock bearing play

rear sprocket bush worn

Pass 19 Aug 2019 19,604 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 16,776 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 15,585 miles

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 13,341 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 9,435 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2015 9,430 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

How Reliable is the BMW G Series?

Based on 9,521 MOT tests across 1,081 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,081
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 18
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LG12 JHY is a 2012 BMW G Series in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW G Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 12,091 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 G Series fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG12 JHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW G Series typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this BMW G Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG12 JHY registered?

LG12 JHY is a 2012 BMW G Series, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is LG12 JHY safe to buy?

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