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A5 YNW

2016 BMW 640

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

98,321 mi
Last recorded98,321 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 64048,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 YNW
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2026 98,321 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2025 86,986 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2025 86,873 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 77,277 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2024 77,277 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 68,468 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 57,454 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 46,390 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 37,783 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 37,783 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 27,792 miles

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 YNW is a 2016 BMW 640 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 BMW 640 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 48,496 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 YNW, 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 10 years old, this BMW 640 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A5 YNW registered?

A5 YNW is a 2016 BMW 640, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is A5 YNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 YNW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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