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S14 BYK

2012 BMW 640

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,883 mi
Last recorded99,883 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS14 BYK
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 99,883 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2025 99,883 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 99,579 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 97,944 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 91,232 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 91,015 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 79,271 miles

covers and under trays fitted at time of test

Fail 4 Oct 2021 79,260 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

covers and under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Oct 2020 70,479 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 12 Oct 2020 70,476 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 15 Apr 2019 51,618 miles

Central Lower under trays fitted at time of test

Front Lower under tray fitted at time of test

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 38,730 miles

Front engine covers top and bottom

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 20 Mar 2017 28,599 miles

under tray cover fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2016 23,366 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 2 Apr 2015 19,024 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 13,604 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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S14 BYK is a 2012 BMW 640 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S14 BYK, 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 S14 BYK registered?

S14 BYK is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is S14 BYK safe to buy?

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