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SM12 ZJE

2012 BMW 640

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

80,352 mi
Last recorded80,352 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 ZJE
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 80,352 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 80,352 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 69,508 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 64,615 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 59,425 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 56,498 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 54,943 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 49,560 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 43,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 36,590 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2015 29,532 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Jun 2015 29,531 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 ZJE is a 2012 BMW 640 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 SM12 ZJE, 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 ZJE registered?

SM12 ZJE is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 23 July 2012.

Is SM12 ZJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 ZJE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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