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656 KH

2012 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

41,492 mi
Last recorded41,492 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration656 KH
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 41,492 miles

Engine Covers

Under Trays

Pass 19 Dec 2024 38,856 miles

covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills preventing full inspection

Pass 15 Dec 2023 35,851 miles

front brake diss corroded on inside braking surface

rear brake pads low and discs corroded

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Dec 2023 35,851 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front brake diss corroded on inside braking surface

rear brake pads low and discs corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2022 33,218 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Dec 2021 30,066 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 28,026 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 25,973 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 23,807 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 20,889 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 18,481 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 16,755 miles

Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s front arms (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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656 KH is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 656 KH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 656 KH registered?

656 KH is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 12 December 2012.

Is 656 KH safe to buy?

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