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MU02 RAT

2017 BMW 740

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,255 mi
Last recorded52,255 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 74049,769 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU02 RAT
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2025 52,255 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 47,176 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 13 Dec 2023 36,994 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 34,425 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 24,757 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Dec 2020 20,305 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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MU02 RAT is a 2017 BMW 740 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 49,769 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 MU02 RAT, 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 9 years old, this BMW 740 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MU02 RAT registered?

MU02 RAT is a 2017 BMW 740, first registered on 16 December 2017.

Is MU02 RAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU02 RAT 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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