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YK12 GLL

2012 BMW 640

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,672 mi
Last recorded125,672 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 GLL
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 125,672 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 128,844 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 120,836 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 115,889 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 115,861 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 108,066 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 108,012 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Nov 2020 104,006 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 93,249 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 80,987 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 64,015 miles

both front tyres slightly stepping/wearing faster on outer edges

Fail 19 Jul 2017 63,862 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

both front tyres stepping and wearing faster on outer edge

Pass 22 Jul 2016 45,107 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 34,711 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jul 2015 34,707 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

n/s/f wing damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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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YK12 GLL is a 2012 BMW 640 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YK12 GLL, 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 YK12 GLL registered?

YK12 GLL is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 6 April 2012.

Is YK12 GLL safe to buy?

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