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BMW 645

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 4,398 cc

V30 APTMOT history

V30 APT is a blue petrol BMW 645 first used on 4 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 181,929 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

V30 APT blue BMW 6 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
181,929 km
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
V30 APT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
645
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V30 APT was last recorded at 181,929 km on 16 Jul 2026.

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,929 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,929 km
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front exhaust bolt corroded,weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear diff corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,929 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    181,929 km
    Test number
    906287372594
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass110,571 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    110,571 miles
    Test number
    717328542146
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail110,571 miles (+5,114)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,571 miles
    Test number
    534839042631
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass105,457 miles (+6,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,457 miles
    Test number
    336338394592
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass99,169 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    99,169 miles
    Test number
    358437948555
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bolt corroded,weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff corroded.

  6. Fail99,168 miles (+4,570)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,168 miles
    Test number
    311004601543
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bolt corroded,weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff corroded.

  7. Pass94,598 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    94,598 miles
    Test number
    686742258967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail94,571 miles (+8,266)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,571 miles
    Test number
    832746592976
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass86,305 miles (+2,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    86,305 miles
    Test number
    585462177014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear at 1.6mm limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear close to 1.6mm limit

  10. Pass83,488 miles (+5,108)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,488 miles
    Test number
    470935990165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,380 miles (+5,111)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    78,380 miles
    Test number
    451527614856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,269 miles (+11,070)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,269 miles
    Test number
    749841766080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald on edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake has low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing low on outer edge

  13. Pass62,199 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,199 miles
    Test number
    498496165198
    • NoteN/s front tyre starting to wear on outer edge

  14. Fail62,190 miles (+2,058)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,190 miles
    Test number
    429583865114
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s front tyre starting to wear on outer edge
    • NotePoor parking brake effort

  15. Fail60,132 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,132 miles
    Test number
    189561324092
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteMetal brake pipe to o/s rear corroded
    • NoteN/s front inner wheel rim bent

  16. Pass60,132 miles (+4,823)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    60,132 miles
    Test number
    558561524049
    • NoteMetal brake pipe to o/s rear corroded
    • NoteN/s front inner wheel rim bent

  17. Pass55,309 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,309 miles
    Test number
    659409912234
    • NoteO/s front inner wheel rim bent
    • NoteO/s front light misted up (weak pattern)

  18. Fail55,309 miles (+8,766)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,309 miles
    Test number
    768609012250
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteO/s front inner wheel rim bent
    • NoteO/s front light misted up (weak pattern)

  19. Pass46,543 miles (+10,418)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,543 miles
    Test number
    625207681072
    • NoteAdvise that rear wishbone arm bushes starting to perish and advise that rear brake pads getting low,oil leaking around gearbox area

  20. Fail36,125 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,125 miles
    Test number
    230862910115
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteLow effort on o/s rear parking brake

  21. Pass36,125 miles (+636)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    36,125 miles
    Test number
    860932410177
    • NoteLow effort on o/s rear parking brake

  22. Pass35,489 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    35,489 miles
    Test number
    140461249399
    • NoteO/s rear tyre bald on inner edge
    • NoteVery weak pattern on n/s front light aim

  23. Fail35,489 miles (+5,918)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,489 miles
    Test number
    450541949393
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre bald on inner edge
    • NoteVery weak pattern on n/s front light aim

  24. Pass29,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,571 miles
    Test number
    354219038317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail29,571 miles (+7,714)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,571 miles
    Test number
    441839738470
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass21,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    21,857 miles
    Test number
    653770347343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V30 APT

Does V30 APT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V30 APT is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V30 APT?
The MOT on V30 APT is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V30 APT done?
V30 APT was recorded at 181,929 km at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026.
Has V30 APT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V30 APT has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V30 APT 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 V30 APT find?
V30 APT passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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