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KC55 GZW

2005 BMW 740

Silver Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

113,815 mi
Last recorded113,815 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 74088,688 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC55 GZW
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 113,815 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 105,492 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing low

brake warning lamp

Pass 5 Jun 2013 99,955 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Jun 2013 99,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2012 89,401 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 78,316 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 67,490 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 54,178 miles

slight play in offside front steering arm

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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KC55 GZW is a 2005 BMW 740 in Silver with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KC55 GZW, 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

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What year was KC55 GZW registered?

KC55 GZW is a 2005 BMW 740, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is KC55 GZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC55 GZW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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