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HV12 ZBU

2012 BMW 640

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

91,153 mi
Last recorded91,153 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV12 ZBU
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 91,153 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 89,607 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 88,480 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 86,745 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 84,569 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 82,589 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 78,738 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 68,540 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 68,540 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 56,116 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 52,543 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 44,161 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 30,706 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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HV12 ZBU is a 2012 BMW 640 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 HV12 ZBU, 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 HV12 ZBU?

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What year was HV12 ZBU registered?

HV12 ZBU is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is HV12 ZBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV12 ZBU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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