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YB12 XCP

2012 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,416 mi
Last recorded102,416 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 XCP
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 102,416 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 93,334 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 93,332 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall 275/30/20 97Y XL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 81,704 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2024 81,699 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 72,780 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 72,617 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 71,918 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 71,234 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 68,889 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 63,742 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 51,504 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 39,984 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 39,984 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Both rear shock absorber dust covers split & adrift

Pass 28 Jul 2015 39,773 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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YB12 XCP is a 2012 BMW 640 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YB12 XCP, 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 YB12 XCP registered?

YB12 XCP is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 20 July 2012.

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