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HY12 GCU

2012 BMW 740

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,251 mi
Last recorded104,251 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2012 BMW 74075,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 GCU
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 104,251 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 89,181 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 27 Jan 2016 89,181 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 18 Apr 2015 80,932 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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HY12 GCU is a 2012 BMW 740 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 HY12 GCU, 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 HY12 GCU?

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What year was HY12 GCU registered?

HY12 GCU is a 2012 BMW 740, first registered on 15 March 2012.

Is HY12 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY12 GCU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HY12 GCU have outstanding finance?

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