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ST12 GXL

2012 BMW 640

White Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,834 mi
Last recorded155,834 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST12 GXL
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 155,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small crack in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 132,869 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 132,869 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2018 111,175 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 94,065 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 73,899 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2015 55,916 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 33,056 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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ST12 GXL is a 2012 BMW 640 in White with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ST12 GXL, 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.

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What year was ST12 GXL registered?

ST12 GXL is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is ST12 GXL safe to buy?

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