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VU12 ZTG

2012 BMW 640

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

137,129 mi
Last recorded137,129 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 ZTG
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 137,129 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 127,882 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 120,521 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 120,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/30/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/30/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2022 111,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged rim protector has tear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 107,260 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 104,777 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Fail 11 Mar 2020 104,673 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Pass 5 Mar 2019 92,460 miles

Both front tyres badly worn on outer edges

Pass 15 Mar 2018 83,436 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 75,142 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 75,060 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2016 63,033 miles

Engine cover fitted (Unable to inspect all components)

Under trays fitted (Unable to inspect all components)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 46,001 miles

NSF tyre- cut to inner side wall- ok, no cords exposed

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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VU12 ZTG is a 2012 BMW 640 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VU12 ZTG, 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 VU12 ZTG registered?

VU12 ZTG is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 31 March 2012.

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