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BW18 CUU

2018 BMW 740

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,548 mi
Last recorded96,548 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 74046,024 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW18 CUU
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 96,548 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 84,408 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2024 84,408 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 65,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 54,960 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 54,960 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2021 41,588 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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BW18 CUU is a 2018 BMW 740 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 46,024 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 BW18 CUU, 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 8 years old, this BMW 740 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BW18 CUU?

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What year was BW18 CUU registered?

BW18 CUU is a 2018 BMW 740, first registered on 28 June 2018.

Is BW18 CUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW18 CUU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BW18 CUU have outstanding finance?

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