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DG12 SYJ

2012 BMW 640

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,344 mi
Last recorded141,344 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 SYJ
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 141,344 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 132,236 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 130,185 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Jul 2023 130,172 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside wall 245/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/30/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 122,622 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 119,220 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 104,238 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 97,835 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 79,143 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 67,452 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 44,014 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 22,293 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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DG12 SYJ is a 2012 BMW 640 in White 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 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 DG12 SYJ, 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 DG12 SYJ registered?

DG12 SYJ is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is DG12 SYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 SYJ 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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