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BY02 KAN

2012 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,333 mi
Last recorded92,333 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBY02 KAN
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 92,333 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2023 92,310 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm that shock bolts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm that shock bolts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 86,474 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 86,474 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative both headlamps (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 76,221 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 65,803 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 58,545 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2018 53,426 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 42,112 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 33,072 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 23,611 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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BY02 KAN is a 2012 BMW 640 in Black 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 BY02 KAN, 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 BY02 KAN registered?

BY02 KAN is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 22 May 2012.

Is BY02 KAN safe to buy?

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