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BV12 GXR

2012 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

125,012 mi
Last recorded125,012 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 GXR
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 125,012 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 124,943 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 120,977 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 115,347 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 115,347 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 110,531 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 99,609 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 86,455 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2017 78,645 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 25 May 2016 71,379 miles

damage to osf tyre outer side wall

Pass 24 Mar 2016 70,858 miles

offside front tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 29 Mar 2015 62,292 miles

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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BV12 GXR is a 2012 BMW 640 in Black with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BV12 GXR, 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.

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What year was BV12 GXR registered?

BV12 GXR is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is BV12 GXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 GXR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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