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YW12 LAE

2012 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

110,648 mi
Last recorded110,648 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW12 LAE
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 110,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre edge worn 235/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jul 2026 110,648 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre edge worn 235/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2025 101,045 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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 20 May 2024 95,018 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 86,160 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 77,951 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 67,782 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 60,840 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 59,486 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 59,486 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2018 55,674 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 48,531 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 40,888 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 40,473 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 14 Aug 2015 32,432 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 32,432 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 8,511 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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YW12 LAE is a 2012 BMW 640 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YW12 LAE, 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 YW12 LAE registered?

YW12 LAE is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is YW12 LAE safe to buy?

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