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TOK 391

2005 BMW 740

Black Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,586 mi
Last recorded94,586 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 74088,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOK 391
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 94,586 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 91,198 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 88,169 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 85,754 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 76,934 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 115,871 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 114,634 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 111,573 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 111,573 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

brake pad warning light is on

Pass 18 Feb 2013 108,557 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 108,520 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

rear brake pads worn

smoke from exhaust

Pass 16 Jun 2012 103,541 miles

cut in osf tyre

Pass 17 Jun 2011 87,457 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 87,457 miles

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

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 42,032 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 41,908 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 35,361 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 26,533 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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TOK 391 is a 2005 BMW 740 in Black with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TOK 391, 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 TOK 391 registered?

TOK 391 is a 2005 BMW 740, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is TOK 391 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOK 391 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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