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NL12 GVZ

2012 BMW 640

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,057 mi
Last recorded124,057 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL12 GVZ
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 124,057 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 124,057 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2022 121,997 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 121,441 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

engine/ body covers fitted

Pass 5 May 2020 109,949 miles

offside number plate light dull

Fail 5 May 2020 109,949 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

offside number plate light dull

Pass 28 Feb 2019 96,996 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 74,552 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 73,196 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 66,251 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 59,067 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 59,067 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 35,115 miles

Emissions to low for smokemeter to read unable to get printout

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2014 12,542 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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NL12 GVZ is a 2012 BMW 640 in White 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 NL12 GVZ, 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.

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What year was NL12 GVZ registered?

NL12 GVZ is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is NL12 GVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL12 GVZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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