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SJ12 VHK

2012 BMW 640

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,727 mi
Last recorded85,727 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ12 VHK
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 85,727 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 85,711 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2024 81,460 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2023 77,250 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 74,180 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 70,229 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 66,759 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 64,751 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 62,073 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 57,189 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 52,235 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 49,842 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 29,601 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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SJ12 VHK is a 2012 BMW 640 in Bronze with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SJ12 VHK, 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

How do I check the history of SJ12 VHK?

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What year was SJ12 VHK registered?

SJ12 VHK is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is SJ12 VHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ12 VHK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJ12 VHK have outstanding finance?

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