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YVE 540

2013 BMW 640

Grey Petrol 4100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,003 mi
Last recorded22,003 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 64062,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVE 540
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,100cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 22,003 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 117,772 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 117,768 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2024 19,878 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 109,629 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 16,964 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 96,369 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 16,503 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 83,894 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))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 16,305 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 70,590 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 16,182 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 51,883 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 16,043 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 49,877 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 15,499 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 15,499 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 16 Jun 2017 43,822 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 12,880 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 12,880 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 11,568 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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YVE 540 is a 2013 BMW 640 in Grey with a 4,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YVE 540, 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

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What year was YVE 540 registered?

YVE 540 is a 2013 BMW 640, first registered on 25 March 2013.

Is YVE 540 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVE 540 shows 21 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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