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VE55 UWZ

2005 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

172,547 mi
Last recorded172,547 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 74088,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 UWZ
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2014 172,547 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 164,813 miles

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

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

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)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 254,604 miles

Exhaust down pipe bolts corroded/missing but exhaust system secure

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 151,855 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 151,855 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

chip in windscreen

n/s/f wiper blade noisy slight smear

n/s/r tyre 4mm

oil burning smell from vehicle

Pass 1 Nov 2010 142,652 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 114,315 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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VE55 UWZ is a 2005 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VE55 UWZ, 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 VE55 UWZ registered?

VE55 UWZ is a 2005 BMW 740, first registered on 19 November 2005.

Is VE55 UWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 UWZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE55 UWZ have outstanding finance?

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