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GY12 WTG

2012 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

165,468 mi
Last recorded165,468 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 74075,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 WTG
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 165,468 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 153,332 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 153,135 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 138,347 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged stepping on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arms inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged stepping on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 126,464 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs - pads approx 75-80% worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 114,716 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 107,658 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 103,261 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 95,009 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2017 88,101 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 30 Oct 2017 88,093 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 31 Oct 2016 80,728 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 68,766 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 55,388 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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GY12 WTG is a 2012 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GY12 WTG, 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 GY12 WTG registered?

GY12 WTG is a 2012 BMW 740, first registered on 14 May 2012.

Is GY12 WTG safe to buy?

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