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GF12 TSZ

2012 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

152,300 mi
Last recorded152,300 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 74075,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 TSZ
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 152,300 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 150,000 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 148,447 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 129,501 miles

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 21 Dec 2021 107,255 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 88,541 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 66,052 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 49,367 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 48,916 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 39,930 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 11 May 2017 39,930 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Apr 2016 32,362 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 24,015 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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GF12 TSZ is a 2012 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GF12 TSZ, 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

How do I check the history of GF12 TSZ?

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What year was GF12 TSZ registered?

GF12 TSZ is a 2012 BMW 740, first registered on 10 May 2012.

Is GF12 TSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 TSZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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