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KV12 GHU

2012 BMW 640

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,499 mi
Last recorded75,499 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 GHU
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 75,499 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 69,524 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2023 63,847 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 57,592 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 48,730 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 45,586 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 35,454 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 35,449 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 31,718 miles

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Apr 2017 31,762 miles

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 28,617 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 24,092 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KV12 GHU is a 2012 BMW 640 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KV12 GHU, 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 KV12 GHU registered?

KV12 GHU is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is KV12 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 GHU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KV12 GHU have outstanding finance?

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