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R3 MAL

2017 BMW 640

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,068 mi
Last recorded18,068 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 64042,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 MAL
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 18,068 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 17,288 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2023 16,005 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 16,005 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 11,223 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 8,663 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 6,645 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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R3 MAL is a 2017 BMW 640 in Blue 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 R3 MAL, 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 R3 MAL?

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What year was R3 MAL registered?

R3 MAL is a 2017 BMW 640, first registered on 30 November 2017.

Is R3 MAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 MAL 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.

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