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R40 MSN

2007 BMW 635

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

108,252 mi
Last recorded108,252 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 63594,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 MSN
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 108,252 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2025 101,096 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 93,550 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 90,214 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 85,812 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 82,507 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 80,263 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 76,944 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Jul 2018 71,987 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 66,220 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 62,567 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 4mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 58,203 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 53,536 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing heavily on shoulders

Pass 29 Nov 2013 45,115 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 44,718 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle emissions to clean to provide smoke test result

Pass 28 Nov 2012 39,707 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 35,542 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 30,771 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 20,979 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 635?

Based on 51,017 MOT tests across 4,019 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,766
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
4,019
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,161
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 881
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 775
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 760
Brake pipe excessively corroded 615
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R40 MSN is a 2007 BMW 635 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2007 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 94,589 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 635 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R40 MSN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 635 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 635 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R40 MSN registered?

R40 MSN is a 2007 BMW 635, first registered on 5 November 2007.

Is R40 MSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R40 MSN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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