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40 DEW

2017 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,518 mi
Last recorded94,518 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 7 Series49,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration40 DEW
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 May 2026 94,518 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 91,024 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 86,538 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 76,700 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 62,112 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 42,715 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 35,237 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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40 DEW is a 2017 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 49,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 40 DEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 9 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 40 DEW registered?

40 DEW is a 2017 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 21 June 2017.

Is 40 DEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 40 DEW shows 7 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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