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SHZ 1814

2005 BMW 740

Black Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

130,114 mi
Last recorded130,114 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 74088,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHZ 1814
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 130,114 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 130,114 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 28 Dec 2015 129,003 miles

Steering rack modified, but not inappropriately both steering arms have slight play at inner fixing (2.2.C.1e)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 127,807 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 121,094 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 111,945 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 97,728 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)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 89,645 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 80,213 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Dec 2009 80,211 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 71,090 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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SHZ 1814 is a 2005 BMW 740 in Black with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SHZ 1814, 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 SHZ 1814 registered?

SHZ 1814 is a 2005 BMW 740, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is SHZ 1814 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHZ 1814 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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