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BK12 VLG

2012 BMW 640

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

100,097 mi
Last recorded100,097 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 VLG
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 100,097 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 93,915 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 87,536 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 87,246 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 82,815 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 75,573 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 65,472 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 54,166 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 36,111 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 36,110 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 36,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BK12 VLG is a 2012 BMW 640 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK12 VLG, 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

How do I check the history of BK12 VLG?

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What year was BK12 VLG registered?

BK12 VLG is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is BK12 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 VLG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK12 VLG have outstanding finance?

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