CarVerify

Free Car Check

SJ08 DAV

2013 BMW 640

Grey Diesel 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

194,984 mi
Last recorded194,984 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 64062,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 DAV
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 194,984 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2025 194,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2024 180,336 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive FROM COOLING SYSTEM. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall is slightly "SCUFFED". (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth is low and tyre is feathering off around its inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Outer body sills - inspections are limited because of covers.

The tyres on front and rear axles are different sizes.

Under bonnet and under vehicle inspections are SERIOUSLY limited because of covers.

Fail 26 Jan 2024 180,269 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Around inside edge of tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive FROM COOLING SYSTEM. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall is slightly "SCUFFED". (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth is low and tyre is feathering off around its inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth is low and tyre is feathering off around its inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Outer body sills - inspections are limited because of covers.

The tyres on front and rear axles are different sizes.

Under bonnet and under vehicle inspections are SERIOUSLY limited because of covers.

Pass 13 Jan 2023 168,018 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 168,018 miles

Undertray insecure NSF section smashed to pieces (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 150,584 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 126,355 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 92,921 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 66,120 miles

nearside front tyre has deep cut in the outside side wall

Pass 19 Jun 2017 57,816 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 51,023 miles

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

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
Full BMW 640 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SJ08 DAV is a 2013 BMW 640 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 SJ08 DAV, 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 SJ08 DAV?

You can check the full history of SJ08 DAV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SJ08 DAV registered?

SJ08 DAV is a 2013 BMW 640, first registered on 5 August 2013.

Is SJ08 DAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 DAV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJ08 DAV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SJ08 DAV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.