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B5 MBM

2008 BMW 740

White Petrol 3990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,925 mi
Last recorded38,925 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 74073,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 MBM
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,990cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 38,925 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 35,492 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2025 35,483 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake performance unable to be tested ferodo coming off pad (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested ferodo off rear pad (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 31,152 miles

bonnet does not stay up

nsf nsr osr wheels bent on inner rims

Fail 23 Jan 2024 31,152 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

bonnet does not stay up

nsf nsr osr wheels bent on inner rims

Pass 25 Jan 2023 25,234 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 MBM is a 2008 BMW 740 in White with a 3,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 73,824 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MBM, 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 18 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B5 MBM registered?

B5 MBM is a 2008 BMW 740, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is B5 MBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 MBM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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