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BMW 740

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 4,398 cc

X63 RBYMOT history

X63 RBY is a blue petrol BMW 740 first used on 12 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 104,906 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
104,906 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X63 RBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
740
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X63 RBY was last recorded at 104,906 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,892 miles · 26 May 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
2,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,906 miles
  • 2025 – 103,457 miles
  • 2024 – 101,867 miles
  • 2023 – 100,637 miles
  • 2022 – 98,252 miles
  • 2021 – 96,331 miles
  • 2019 – 92,690 miles
  • 2018 – 89,196 miles
  • 2017 – 85,780 miles
  • 2016 – 82,526 miles
  • 2015 – 79,768 miles
  • 2014 – 78,918 miles
  • 2013 – 72,010 miles
  • 2012 – 69,514 miles
  • 2010 – 67,280 miles
  • 2009 – 65,249 miles
  • 2008 – 64,885 miles
  • 2007 – 58,759 miles
  • 2006 – 52,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,906 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also dry, perished and cracked. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also dry, perished and cracked. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,906 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    104,906 miles
    Test number
    721805477230
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also dry, perished and cracked. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also dry, perished and cracked. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,892 miles (+1,435)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,892 miles
    Test number
    999223651457
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass103,457 miles (+1,590)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    103,457 miles
    Test number
    282821463899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,867 miles (+1,230)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    101,867 miles
    Test number
    778071259947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,637 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    100,637 miles
    Test number
    434889196994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,252 miles (+1,921)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    98,252 miles
    Test number
    363023724716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,331 miles (+3,641)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    96,331 miles
    Test number
    725068360559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,690 miles (+3,494)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,690 miles
    Test number
    705748335235
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass89,196 miles (+3,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,196 miles
    Test number
    841028115060
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass85,780 miles (+3,254)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    85,780 miles
    Test number
    957997183042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,526 miles (+2,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    82,526 miles
    Test number
    914191780536
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail79,768 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,768 miles
    Test number
    206383055121
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNearside rear brake slight binding

  13. Pass79,768 miles (+850)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,768 miles
    Test number
    218703255166
    • NoteNearside rear brake slight binding

  14. Pass78,918 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,918 miles
    Test number
    189258574159
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail78,879 miles (+6,869)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,879 miles
    Test number
    316270474134
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass72,010 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    72,010 miles
    Test number
    368051673106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,009 miles (+2,495)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,009 miles
    Test number
    847142963107
    • DangerousFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  18. Pass69,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    69,514 miles
    Test number
    868595232088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,514 miles (+2,234)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,514 miles
    Test number
    495357622029
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Fail67,280 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,280 miles
    Test number
    391297510377
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll four brake discs have surface corrosion vehicle looks to have been unused for some time

  21. Pass67,280 miles (+2,031)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,280 miles
    Test number
    791057510382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll four brake discs have surface corrosion vehicle looks to have been unused for some time

  22. Pass65,249 miles (+364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    65,249 miles
    Test number
    531615869231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass64,885 miles (+6,126)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,885 miles
    Test number
    130088468222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,759 miles (+6,487)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    58,759 miles
    Test number
    331974767498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass52,272 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    52,272 miles
    Test number
    450954366246
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a nail in it(puncture)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn close to legal limit

  26. Fail52,272 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,272 miles
    Test number
    742433566235
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a nail in it(puncture)

Questions about X63 RBY

Does X63 RBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X63 RBY is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X63 RBY?
The MOT on X63 RBY is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X63 RBY done?
X63 RBY was recorded at 104,906 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 2,667 miles a year.
Has X63 RBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X63 RBY has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X63 RBY 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 X63 RBY find?
X63 RBY passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes.; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also dry, perished and cracked.; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also dry, perished and cracked., and 1 more.

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