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SM65 RKN

2015 BMW 640

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,153 mi
Last recorded80,153 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 64053,317 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM65 RKN
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 80,153 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2025 75,968 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Split. STRONG ADVISE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2025 75,968 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Brake fault warning illuminated on dash (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high Image poor also (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high Image poor also (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured 3x (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear. Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Split. STRONG ADVISE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (STRONG ADVISE) (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 64,245 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2024 64,245 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Dec 2023 56,532 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 54,207 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 51,100 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 49,946 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2021 49,946 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2020 42,711 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 35,056 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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SM65 RKN is a 2015 BMW 640 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2015 BMW 640 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 53,317 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 SM65 RKN, 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 11 years old, this BMW 640 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SM65 RKN is a 2015 BMW 640, first registered on 31 October 2015.

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