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BMW 640

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 2,979 cc

V7 ARXMOT history

V7 ARX is a black petrol BMW 640 first used on 21 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 80,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
80,286 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
640
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 ARX was last recorded at 80,286 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 8,445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,841 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,445 miles
Average per year
5,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,286 miles
  • 2025 – 71,841 miles
  • 2024 – 62,188 miles
  • 2023 – 52,949 miles
  • 2021 – 49,138 miles
  • 2020 – 47,041 miles
  • 2019 – 44,089 miles
  • 2018 – 41,270 miles
  • 2017 – 37,200 miles
  • 2016 – 31,274 miles
  • 2015 – 25,007 miles
  • 2014 – 18,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,286 miles
  • 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 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Undertrays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,286 miles (+8,445)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    80,286 miles
    Test number
    809736969838
    • 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))
  2. Pass71,841 miles (+9,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,841 miles
    Test number
    446661328307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear welding repair to wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear welding repair to wheel
  3. Pass62,188 miles (+9,239)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    62,188 miles
    Test number
    221397250025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  4. Pass52,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    52,949 miles
    Test number
    424882951401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail52,949 miles (+3,811)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,949 miles
    Test number
    528210312899
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass49,138 miles (+2,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    49,138 miles
    Test number
    627433136881
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides - 275/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass47,041 miles (+2,952)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    47,041 miles
    Test number
    658562176707
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers & Shields Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection
  8. Pass44,089 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    44,089 miles
    Test number
    594049700097
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  9. Fail44,089 miles (+2,819)1 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,089 miles
    Test number
    856263488187
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  10. Pass41,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    41,270 miles
    Test number
    662761998264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail41,270 miles (+4,070)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,270 miles
    Test number
    472057143119
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  12. Pass37,200 miles (+5,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    37,200 miles
    Test number
    724228175392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Pass31,274 miles (+6,267)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    31,274 miles
    Test number
    349078538159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,007 miles (+6,674)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    25,007 miles
    Test number
    168131815198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,333 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    18,333 miles
    Test number
    627325554043
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about V7 ARX

Does V7 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 ARX is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 ARX?
The MOT on V7 ARX is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 ARX done?
V7 ARX was recorded at 80,286 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 5,203 miles a year.
Has V7 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 ARX has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on V7 ARX 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 V7 ARX find?
V7 ARX passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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