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AO12 SZC

2012 BMW 640

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,533 mi
Last recorded137,533 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 SZC
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2025 137,533 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2024 125,581 miles

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

covers fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2023 112,546 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Heavy on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2022 101,873 miles

Emissions too clean to test

Pass 5 Jun 2021 92,204 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under-trays and covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 9 Jun 2020 82,561 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 70,295 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 59,867 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 49,456 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 38,051 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 25,620 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

How Reliable is the BMW 640?

Based on 114,993 MOT tests across 12,420 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
6,692
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
12,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 691
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 679
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AO12 SZC is a 2012 BMW 640 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW 640 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 65,049 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 640 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 691 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO12 SZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 640 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 640 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO12 SZC registered?

AO12 SZC is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is AO12 SZC safe to buy?

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