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FP12 EXM

2012 BMW 640

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,224 mi
Last recorded84,224 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 EXM
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 84,224 miles

Gearbox mounting defective Rear differential

Pass 7 May 2025 69,675 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 68,265 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 68,106 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 67,006 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 62,757 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2021 62,738 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 54,521 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 39,341 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2018 34,958 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 32,134 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 28,853 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 28,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 25,885 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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FP12 EXM is a 2012 BMW 640 in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FP12 EXM, 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

How do I check the history of FP12 EXM?

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What year was FP12 EXM registered?

FP12 EXM is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 28 April 2012.

Is FP12 EXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 EXM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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