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RU52 RAM

2012 BMW 640

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

116,664 mi
Last recorded116,664 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRU52 RAM
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 116,664 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 95,519 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 77,585 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 77,585 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 72,534 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 72,015 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 69,838 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 66,764 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 62,553 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 55,854 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 50,711 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 44,671 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 31 Mar 2016 38,475 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 30,038 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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RU52 RAM is a 2012 BMW 640 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RU52 RAM, 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 RU52 RAM registered?

RU52 RAM is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 14 May 2012.

Is RU52 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RU52 RAM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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