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C6 GUM

2012 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

133,347 mi
Last recorded133,347 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC6 GUM
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 133,347 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 128,316 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 128,316 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 122,257 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 114,097 miles

Nearside Inner steering track rod has slight play

Pass 4 Nov 2019 104,211 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 100,183 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

multiple undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2017 78,937 miles

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

unable to fully inspect underside due to undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2016 50,638 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 50,638 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 38,232 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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C6 GUM 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 C6 GUM, 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 C6 GUM registered?

C6 GUM is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is C6 GUM safe to buy?

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