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EK62 WGW

2012 BMW 740

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,005 mi
Last recorded86,005 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 74075,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK62 WGW
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2024 86,005 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 83,056 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 75,789 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Oct 2021 66,958 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 58,762 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 58,753 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear, incorrect spacing. (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 47,830 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 37,449 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 29,947 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 22,131 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 13,822 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 13,744 miles

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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EK62 WGW is a 2012 BMW 740 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EK62 WGW, 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 EK62 WGW registered?

EK62 WGW is a 2012 BMW 740, first registered on 1 November 2012.

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The MOT history for EK62 WGW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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