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W123 ALE

2012 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests29 (26 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate89.7%

Mileage

81,421 mi
Last recorded81,421 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW123 ALE
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

26 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 81,421 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 116,956 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 80,736 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Jul 2024 110,645 miles

Central Front Coolant leak expansion tank ()

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced dim (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has sidewall impact damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front impact damage to corner and edge of bumper

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all shock absorber lower bushes have play (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 79,928 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 99,013 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 69,805 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 69,803 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cords exposed on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2022 83,879 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 83,891 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned Insecure (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 63,848 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2022 63,848 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front 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 20 Jul 2021 74,193 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 57,638 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 70,947 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 53,796 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 68,228 miles

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 19 Mar 2019 49,116 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 63,750 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 42,598 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 55,714 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 36,883 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 48,250 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 29,275 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 42,299 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 21,328 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 37,360 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 May 2014 13,085 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 31,902 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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W123 ALE is a 2012 BMW 640 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.7%.

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 W123 ALE, 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 W123 ALE registered?

W123 ALE is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is W123 ALE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W123 ALE shows 29 tests with a 89.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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