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EK12 SLU

2012 BMW 640

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

169,438 mi
Last recorded169,438 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 SLU
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 169,438 miles

under tray and engine cover fitted.

Pass 16 May 2024 156,662 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 146,644 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 133,923 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2022 133,923 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 24 May 2021 121,477 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 21 May 2021 121,470 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Apr 2020 108,077 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2019 91,524 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 30 Apr 2019 90,729 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall/…….. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2018 77,913 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 64,313 miles

front tyres worn on both edges

engine cover & under trays fitted

front& rear brake discs slightly lipped

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 1 Apr 2016 43,671 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 43,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 31,678 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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EK12 SLU is a 2012 BMW 640 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EK12 SLU, 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 EK12 SLU registered?

EK12 SLU is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 21 April 2012.

Is EK12 SLU safe to buy?

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