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VE61 JNJ

2012 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,577 mi
Last recorded147,577 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 74075,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 JNJ
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 147,577 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 144,274 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 140,700 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 139,829 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 138,192 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 5 Jan 2022 138,191 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 126,289 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2021 126,284 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 116,334 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 116,329 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Jan 2019 105,205 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

nearside front tyre sidewall and tread has cuts, unable to see cords at time of test

nearside rear tyre sidewall and tread has cuts, unable to see cords at time of test

undertrays fitted unable to see where oil leak is from

Fail 8 Jan 2019 105,205 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

nearside front tyre sidewall and tread has cuts, unable to see cords at time of test

nearside rear tyre sidewall and tread has cuts, unable to see cords at time of test

undertrays fitted unable to see where oil leak is from

Pass 7 Dec 2017 92,204 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 79,432 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 63,860 miles

engine and under cover's obscuring view of component's.

Pass 18 Dec 2014 46,479 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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VE61 JNJ is a 2012 BMW 740 in Black 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 VE61 JNJ, 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 VE61 JNJ registered?

VE61 JNJ is a 2012 BMW 740, first registered on 4 January 2012.

Is VE61 JNJ safe to buy?

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