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GBZ 889

2017 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,561 mi
Last recorded38,561 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 64042,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBZ 889
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 38,561 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 24,391 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 21,805 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 18,435 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 12,002 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 9,279 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2020 9,260 miles

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

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

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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GBZ 889 is a 2017 BMW 640 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 BMW 640 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 42,847 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 GBZ 889, 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 9 years old, this BMW 640 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GBZ 889?

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What year was GBZ 889 registered?

GBZ 889 is a 2017 BMW 640, first registered on 29 November 2017.

Is GBZ 889 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBZ 889 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GBZ 889 have outstanding finance?

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