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LF05 KOU

2005 BMW 740

Grey Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,942 mi
Last recorded153,942 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 74088,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 KOU
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2021 153,942 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 152,909 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 118,108 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 88,705 miles

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 19 Jan 2010 55,384 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 28,216 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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LF05 KOU is a 2005 BMW 740 in Grey with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LF05 KOU, 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 LF05 KOU registered?

LF05 KOU is a 2005 BMW 740, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is LF05 KOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 KOU 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.

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