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SM12 EGD

2012 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,698 mi
Last recorded87,698 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 EGD
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 87,698 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both camber arm bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear diff bushes worn

Pass 3 Feb 2025 84,960 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 83,283 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 81,922 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 79,030 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 73,032 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 71,593 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 60,167 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 36,135 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 26,222 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 21,664 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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SM12 EGD is a 2012 BMW 640 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM12 EGD, 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 SM12 EGD registered?

SM12 EGD is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 17 May 2012.

Is SM12 EGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 EGD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM12 EGD have outstanding finance?

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