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SM12 XRA

2012 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,181 mi
Last recorded36,181 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2024 36,181 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 35,047 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 33,998 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 33,617 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 33,612 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 31,807 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 30,335 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 27,127 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 22,278 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 17,879 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 12,537 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 XRA 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 90.9%.

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 SM12 XRA, 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 SM12 XRA?

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What year was SM12 XRA registered?

SM12 XRA is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is SM12 XRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 XRA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM12 XRA have outstanding finance?

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