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G7 SBC

2016 BMW 640

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

78,623 mi
Last recorded78,623 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 64048,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG7 SBC
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 78,623 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2026 37,343 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 72,122 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 36,490 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 64,496 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2024 64,496 miles

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

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2024 34,408 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 32,093 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 57,259 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 57,251 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 27,028 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 44,883 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 40,732 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 22,856 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 40,531 miles

Nearside 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 29 Jan 2021 40,530 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside 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 14 Feb 2020 19,885 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 38,354 miles

shields fitted upper and lower

Pass 22 Oct 2019 36,283 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 13,946 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens damaged (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

emissions too clean to register

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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G7 SBC is a 2016 BMW 640 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 G7 SBC, 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 G7 SBC registered?

G7 SBC is a 2016 BMW 640, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is G7 SBC safe to buy?

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