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M25 REK

2012 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,781 mi
Last recorded120,781 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM25 REK
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 120,781 miles

factory tray's fitted preventing full inspection (brake pipes)

Pass 23 Jan 2025 109,659 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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))

factory tray's fitted preventing full inspection (brake pipes)

Pass 29 Jan 2024 102,916 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp beam pattern dull

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Both rear reflectors tinted (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

o/s headlamp washer jet not retracting fully

Fail 29 Jan 2024 102,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp beam pattern dull

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Both rear reflectors tinted (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

o/s headlamp washer jet not retracting fully

Pass 29 Dec 2022 94,408 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 86,272 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 84,711 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 75,457 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 68,910 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 55,484 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 49,038 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 49,083 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 43,355 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 43,339 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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M25 REK is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M25 REK, 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.

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What year was M25 REK registered?

M25 REK is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is M25 REK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M25 REK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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