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B5 KWP

1997 BMW 740

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,638 mi
Last recorded39,638 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 740119,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 KWP
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 39,638 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 39,574 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 39,447 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 39,247 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 38,972 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 38,668 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 740?

Based on 66,909 MOT tests across 7,677 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
5,446
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
7,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,288
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,736
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,281
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,245
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,224
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B5 KWP is a 1997 BMW 740 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 119,456 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 740 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B5 KWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 740 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this BMW 740 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B5 KWP?

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What year was B5 KWP registered?

B5 KWP is a 1997 BMW 740, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is B5 KWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 KWP shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B5 KWP have outstanding finance?

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