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BMW 645

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 4,398 cc

Y6 RAYMOT history

Y6 RAY is a black petrol BMW 645 first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,580 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
91,580 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y6 RAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
645
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y6 RAY was last recorded at 91,580 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jan 2024: 90,313 miles, lower than 90,925 miles on 17 Jul 2023.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
90,668 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
912 miles
Average per year
3,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,580 miles
  • 2025 – 90,668 miles
  • 2024 – 90,313 miles
  • 2023 – 90,925 miles
  • 2022 – 89,978 miles
  • 2021 – 86,860 miles
  • 2019 – 78,479 miles
  • 2018 – 74,241 miles
  • 2017 – 70,087 miles
  • 2016 – 65,850 miles
  • 2015 – 61,226 miles
  • 2013 – 53,712 miles
  • 2012 – 49,057 miles
  • 2011 – 48,243 miles
  • 2010 – 45,741 miles
  • 2009 – 43,467 miles
  • 2008 – 38,473 miles
  • 2007 – 32,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,580 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,580 miles (+912)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    91,580 miles
    Test number
    880639970286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    90,668 miles
    Test number
    380787997242
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail90,668 miles (+355)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,668 miles
    Test number
    542305359334
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass90,313 miles (-612)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,313 miles
    Test number
    887914682481
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail90,925 miles (+947)1 dangerous7 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,925 miles
    Test number
    641774319996
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass89,978 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,978 miles
    Test number
    235791304127
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  7. Fail89,975 miles (+3,115)9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,975 miles
    Test number
    405048888490
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass86,860 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    86,860 miles
    Test number
    333594349018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,853 miles (+8,374)15 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,853 miles
    Test number
    460554228769
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Outer Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Outer Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass78,479 miles (+4,238)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,479 miles
    Test number
    570858841529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,241 miles (+4,154)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    74,241 miles
    Test number
    671955965175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,087 miles (+4,237)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,087 miles
    Test number
    209050220905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,850 miles (+4,624)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    65,850 miles
    Test number
    932971674903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn smooth inner edge close to cords exposing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn smooth inner edge close to cords exposing
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly smearing
  14. Pass61,226 miles (+1,171)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,226 miles
    Test number
    289600715404
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOsf tyre slight surface cracks outer tread
    • NoteOsf tyre wearing inner edge
    • NoteSlight gearbox oil leak
  15. Fail60,055 miles (+6,343)1 dangerous7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,055 miles
    Test number
    265584935078
    • DangerousNearside Inner Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel cap seal slight cracking
    • NoteNsr tyre nailed & punctured
    • NoteOil leak around gearbox area
    • NoteOsf tyre cracking
  16. Pass53,712 miles (+4,655)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,712 miles
    Test number
    258122823353
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracking
  17. Pass49,057 miles (+814)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    49,057 miles
    Test number
    826004422341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,243 miles (+2,502)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    48,243 miles
    Test number
    187688641382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,741 miles (+2,274)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    45,741 miles
    Test number
    132799220362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,467 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    43,467 miles
    Test number
    143263729328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,466 miles (+4,993)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,466 miles
    Test number
    400722229318
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass38,473 miles (+5,974)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,473 miles
    Test number
    420412558238
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads low at ouuter edges.0-1mm
  23. Pass32,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,499 miles
    Test number
    540794267297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y6 RAY

Does Y6 RAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y6 RAY is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y6 RAY?
The MOT on Y6 RAY is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y6 RAY done?
Y6 RAY was recorded at 91,580 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 3,206 miles a year.
Has Y6 RAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y6 RAY has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y6 RAY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jan 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y6 RAY find?
Y6 RAY passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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