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M19 SEV

2016 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

81,610 mi
Last recorded81,610 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 64048,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM19 SEV
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 81,610 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2025 77,670 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 74,092 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 68,401 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 68,401 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 62,222 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Slight fluctuation from the front brakes under test (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad linings starting to wear thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad linings starting to wear thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jan 2023 62,077 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim Tyre inner bead appears not to be seated correctly on the inner rim (5.2.3 (k))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Slight fluctuation from the front brakes under test (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad linings starting to wear thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad linings starting to wear thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 50,995 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jan 2022 50,995 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 41,597 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2020 32,486 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 18,443 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 18,442 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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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M19 SEV is a 2016 BMW 640 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 M19 SEV, 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 M19 SEV registered?

M19 SEV is a 2016 BMW 640, first registered on 23 May 2016.

Is M19 SEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M19 SEV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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