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SAM 53

2013 BMW 640

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,168 mi
Last recorded72,168 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 64062,465 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAM 53
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 72,168 miles
Fail 21 May 2026 72,168 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2025 68,325 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 65,216 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 62,163 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 61,167 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2022 61,141 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2021 58,024 miles

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

front brake pads appear low

Pass 20 Aug 2020 57,418 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 51,880 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 39,322 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 25,264 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 21,712 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

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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SAM 53 is a 2013 BMW 640 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SAM 53, 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 SAM 53?

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What year was SAM 53 registered?

SAM 53 is a 2013 BMW 640, first registered on 9 September 2013.

Is SAM 53 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAM 53 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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