CarVerify

Free Car Check

DX05 XTV

2005 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4000cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,074 mi
Last recorded145,074 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 74088,688 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 XTV
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2015 145,074 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 118,042 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 100,021 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 91,045 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2011 83,230 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 83,230 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 72,485 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 72,438 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 58,536 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 44,725 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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
Full BMW 740 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DX05 XTV is a 2005 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 88,688 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 DX05 XTV, 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 21 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX05 XTV?

You can check the full history of DX05 XTV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DX05 XTV registered?

DX05 XTV is a 2005 BMW 740, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is DX05 XTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 XTV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX05 XTV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DX05 XTV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.