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A5 PTW

2014 BMW 640

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

40,426 mi
Last recorded40,426 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 64056,359 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 PTW
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 40,426 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2025 40,425 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 39,985 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all four (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 39,985 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all four (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 38,941 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 37,794 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Aug 2022 37,794 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 36,897 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 35,864 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 33,694 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 31,952 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 29,520 miles

engine covers fitted covering components

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 17 Mar 2017 28,815 miles

engine covers fitted covering components

under trays fitted covering components

How Reliable is the BMW 640?

Based on 114,993 MOT tests across 12,420 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
6,692
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
12,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 691
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 679
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A5 PTW is a 2014 BMW 640 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2014 BMW 640 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 56,359 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 640 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 691 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 PTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 640 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 640 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 PTW?

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What year was A5 PTW registered?

A5 PTW is a 2014 BMW 640, first registered on 31 March 2014.

Is A5 PTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 PTW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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