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BMW 740

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 4,398 cc

RCE 659MOT history

RCE 659 is a blue petrol BMW 740 first used on 23 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 111,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2024
Mileage
111,197 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
845 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RCE 659
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
740
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
23 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

RCE 659 was last recorded at 111,197 miles on 15 Jul 2023, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Apr 2017: 110,760 miles, lower than 112,681 miles on 16 May 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
111,111 miles · 6 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
845 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,197 miles
  • 2022 – 111,111 miles
  • 2021 – 110,979 miles
  • 2019 – 110,843 miles
  • 2017 – 110,760 miles
  • 2016 – 112,681 miles
  • 2015 – 110,503 miles
  • 2012 – 109,845 miles
  • 2011 – 107,979 miles
  • 2010 – 106,335 miles
  • 2009 – 104,538 miles
  • 2008 – 102,995 miles
  • 2007 – 98,055 miles
  • 2006 – 96,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,197 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various greased (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,197 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    111,197 miles
    Test number
    981277685856
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail111,197 miles (+86)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,197 miles
    Test number
    908909136782
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass111,111 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    111,111 miles
    Test number
    668298603433
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail111,111 miles (+132)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,111 miles
    Test number
    279152528425
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass110,979 miles (+136)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    110,979 miles
    Test number
    390141262909
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass110,843 miles (+83)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,843 miles
    Test number
    563016554414
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear metal brake pipes show areas of corossion
    • AdvisoryFront screen damage not seriously effecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryTyres show light perish cracks

  7. Pass110,760 miles (-1,921)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,760 miles
    Test number
    665549461400
    • AdvisoryDamage to front screen out of drivers view, n/s wiper blade replaced
    • AdvisoryPark brake performance just in limit

  8. Pass112,681 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    112,681 miles
    Test number
    613778862336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front puncture
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryTyres starting to crack

  9. Fail110,681 miles (+178)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,681 miles
    Test number
    385339031838
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front puncture
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryTyres starting to crack

  10. Pass110,503 miles (+658)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    110,503 miles
    Test number
    256618825403
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront screen damaged n/n, not seriuosly effecting drivers view

  11. Pass109,845 miles (+1,866)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    109,845 miles
    Test number
    839794012287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,979 miles (+1,644)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    107,979 miles
    Test number
    789660931128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,335 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    106,335 miles
    Test number
    520187020115
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s sill is damaged

  14. Fail106,335 miles (+1,797)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,335 miles
    Test number
    951317620105
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s sill is damaged

  15. Pass104,538 miles (+1,543)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    104,538 miles
    Test number
    594558319175
    • NoteBrake pipes coated in oil
    • NoteCorrosion starting on all brake discs

  16. Pass102,995 miles (+4,940)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    102,995 miles
    Test number
    682295108180
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll brake discs starting to corroded

  17. Pass98,055 miles (+1,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    98,055 miles
    Test number
    551449637008
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass96,521 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    96,521 miles
    Test number
    801521566024
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s step trim is not fitted
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOuter sills are scored

Questions about RCE 659

What vehicle is registration RCE 659 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RCE 659 on a blue petrol BMW 740 first used on 23 May 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RCE 659 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on RCE 659 expired on 14 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on RCE 659?
The MOT on RCE 659 expired on 14 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has RCE 659 done?
RCE 659 was recorded at 111,197 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2023, an average of 845 miles a year.
Has RCE 659 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RCE 659 has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on RCE 659 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Apr 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on RCE 659 find?
RCE 659 passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various greased; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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