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RE12 MBO

2012 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

111,842 mi
Last recorded111,842 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 MBO
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 111,842 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 108,491 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 104,242 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 91,463 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2023 91,384 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2022 80,116 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 74,551 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 70,775 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 65,601 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 59,493 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 46,908 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 33,741 miles

too clean for emissions test

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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RE12 MBO is a 2012 BMW 640 in Black 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 RE12 MBO, 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 RE12 MBO registered?

RE12 MBO is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 12 May 2012.

Is RE12 MBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE12 MBO 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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