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BMW 640

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

L55 RDYMOT history

L55 RDY is a black diesel BMW 640 first used on 10 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 76,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
76,028 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 RDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
640
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 RDY was last recorded at 76,028 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 3,685 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,343 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,685 miles
Average per year
3,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,028 miles
  • 2025 – 72,343 miles
  • 2024 – 67,175 miles
  • 2023 – 64,046 miles
  • 2022 – 60,396 miles
  • 2021 – 55,202 miles
  • 2019 – 52,975 miles
  • 2018 – 49,333 miles
  • 2017 – 45,012 miles
  • 2016 – 39,930 miles
  • 2015 – 33,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,028 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre very close to cords on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,028 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    76,028 miles
    Test number
    701004110956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail76,028 miles (+3,685)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,028 miles
    Test number
    168041517982
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,343 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    72,343 miles
    Test number
    538594046039
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre very close to cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail72,342 miles (+5,167)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,342 miles
    Test number
    259165061771
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre very close to cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass67,175 miles (+3,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    67,175 miles
    Test number
    190636214624
    • AdvisorySill and various under vehicle covers fitted not allowing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryThe emission limits were met, but the DSM could not register the reading.

  6. Pass64,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    64,046 miles
    Test number
    413539409503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,046 miles (+3,650)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,046 miles
    Test number
    244146432833
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass60,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    60,396 miles
    Test number
    343028267980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail60,396 miles (+5,194)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,396 miles
    Test number
    988278131737
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass55,202 miles (+2,227)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    55,202 miles
    Test number
    698110323483
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all. plastic coating swelling (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion and pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber mount bushes (offside and nearside) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass52,975 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    52,975 miles
    Test number
    790756348043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail52,942 miles (+3,609)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,942 miles
    Test number
    122313545655
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass49,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    49,333 miles
    Test number
    584085418063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail49,323 miles (+4,311)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,323 miles
    Test number
    538465412330
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass45,012 miles (+5,082)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    45,012 miles
    Test number
    532709167233
    • AdvisoryUnable to see all testable items on car due to under body shields.

  16. Pass39,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    39,930 miles
    Test number
    665291415120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,930 miles (+6,687)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,930 miles
    Test number
    653946952597
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  18. Pass33,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,243 miles
    Test number
    369605125197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 RDY

Does L55 RDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 RDY is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 RDY?
The MOT on L55 RDY is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 RDY done?
L55 RDY was recorded at 76,028 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 3,828 miles a year.
Has L55 RDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 RDY has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 RDY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L55 RDY find?
L55 RDY passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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