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GFZ 678

2012 BMW 7 Series

Brown Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,816 mi
Last recorded103,816 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFZ 678
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 103,816 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 94,609 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 84,409 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 79,888 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 70,677 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 61,633 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 50,248 miles

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

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

Fail 20 May 2019 50,248 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Torque reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Torque reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 May 2018 42,478 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 35,401 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 24,680 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 22,906 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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GFZ 678 is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Brown 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 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GFZ 678, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GFZ 678 registered?

GFZ 678 is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 22 December 2012.

Is GFZ 678 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFZ 678 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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