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B21 HAC

2012 BMW 740

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,123 mi
Last recorded101,123 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 74075,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 HAC
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 101,123 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 95,669 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 81,858 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 72,427 miles

Nearside Rear WHEEL REPAIRED IN 1 PLACE

Offside Rear WHEEL REPAIRED IN 3 PLACES

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH N/S AND O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 67,158 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 67,158 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 61,521 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 61,008 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 27 Jan 2020 61,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Feb 2019 57,605 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 51,508 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 51,508 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 46,499 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 37,684 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 26,581 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 26,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the BMW 740?

Based on 66,909 MOT tests across 7,677 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
5,446
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
7,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,288
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,736
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,281
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,245
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,224
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B21 HAC is a 2012 BMW 740 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 75,346 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 740 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B21 HAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 740 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 740 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B21 HAC registered?

B21 HAC is a 2012 BMW 740, first registered on 14 May 2012.

Is B21 HAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B21 HAC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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