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SO12 WPX

2012 BMW 640

Brown Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

79,275 mi
Last recorded79,275 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 WPX
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 79,275 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 75,967 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 16 Jun 2025 75,966 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 72,934 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 70,299 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 67,332 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Boot floor/vehicle battery area. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Backing plate partially insecure

Pass 18 Jun 2021 64,706 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 62,108 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 58,884 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 54,152 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 54,152 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake backing plate partially insecure.

Pass 26 Jun 2017 50,402 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 44,955 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 40,061 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Aug 2014 34,460 miles

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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SO12 WPX is a 2012 BMW 640 in Brown with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SO12 WPX, 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 SO12 WPX registered?

SO12 WPX is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 25 July 2012.

Is SO12 WPX safe to buy?

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