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AK16 USW

2016 BMW 740

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

118,887 mi
Last recorded118,887 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 74052,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 USW
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 118,887 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 96,810 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 87,468 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 71,132 miles

engine cover & undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2021 58,801 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

engine cover & undertrays fitted

Fail 12 Aug 2021 58,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

engine cover & undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2020 45,996 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 45,986 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2019 37,102 miles

oil leak from gearbox area

rear brake pads wearing thin

Fail 17 May 2019 36,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

oil leak from gearbox area

rear brake pads wearing thin

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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AK16 USW is a 2016 BMW 740 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2016 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 52,866 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK16 USW, 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 10 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 AK16 USW registered?

AK16 USW is a 2016 BMW 740, first registered on 28 May 2016.

Is AK16 USW safe to buy?

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