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EK12 MVH

2012 BMW 640

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

128,115 mi
Last recorded128,115 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 MVH
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 128,115 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2024 112,642 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 107,136 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 105,031 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 98,938 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 90,840 miles

Both rear number plate lamp lenses contaminated

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/30/20 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 84,096 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 74,666 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 74,165 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Drivers (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 62,081 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 53,796 miles

under tray +engine cover fitted obscure some components

nail in nearside rear tyre inner edge

Pass 11 Jul 2015 46,539 miles

emissions too clean to test

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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EK12 MVH is a 2012 BMW 640 in Grey 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 EK12 MVH, 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

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What year was EK12 MVH registered?

EK12 MVH is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 13 June 2012.

Is EK12 MVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK12 MVH 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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