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GK12 CEF

2012 BMW 640

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,457 mi
Last recorded95,457 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK12 CEF
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2025 95,457 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 87,153 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 78,311 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 66,974 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2020 60,227 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 60,219 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 9 May 2020 60,152 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 53,587 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 53,575 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 46,735 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 46,735 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 43,616 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 38,557 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 29,261 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)

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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GK12 CEF is a 2012 BMW 640 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GK12 CEF, 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 GK12 CEF registered?

GK12 CEF is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is GK12 CEF safe to buy?

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