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SH12 AYZ

2012 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,715 mi
Last recorded121,715 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH12 AYZ
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 121,715 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 114,933 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 96,469 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 92,902 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 92,770 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 76,458 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 76,458 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative X2 (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 61,800 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm in centre (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm in centre (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 45,960 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 39,921 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 30,531 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jul 2015 30,531 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Advise O/S/R tyre at 2.5mm

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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SH12 AYZ 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 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 SH12 AYZ, 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 SH12 AYZ registered?

SH12 AYZ is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is SH12 AYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH12 AYZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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