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BK12 SKE

2012 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

178,438 mi
Last recorded178,438 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 SKE
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 178,438 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 167,934 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Oct 2023 160,070 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside inner edges worn smooth and centre tread on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 141,115 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 130,796 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 115,015 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 108,840 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 93,877 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 93,865 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2017 67,404 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 48,155 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2015 27,257 miles

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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BK12 SKE is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Grey 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 BK12 SKE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK12 SKE registered?

BK12 SKE is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 6 May 2012.

Is BK12 SKE safe to buy?

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