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LP12 YKS

2012 BMW 640

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,557 mi
Last recorded74,557 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 YKS
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 74,557 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 70,679 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2024 70,679 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 67,186 miles

washers poor

Pass 18 Oct 2022 63,896 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 60,066 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 56,802 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 54,089 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 49,267 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 43,762 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)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 34,169 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 26,618 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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LP12 YKS is a 2012 BMW 640 in White 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 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 LP12 YKS, 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 LP12 YKS registered?

LP12 YKS is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is LP12 YKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 YKS 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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