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L1 BYB

2013 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

131,163 mi
Last recorded131,163 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 64062,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL1 BYB
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 131,163 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 120,681 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 114,917 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 109,086 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 100,280 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 90,071 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 78,051 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 78,051 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 51,020 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 26,936 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 24,368 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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L1 BYB is a 2013 BMW 640 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 640 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 62,465 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L1 BYB, 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 13 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 L1 BYB?

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What year was L1 BYB registered?

L1 BYB is a 2013 BMW 640, first registered on 30 December 2013.

Is L1 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L1 BYB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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