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B19 KSS

2000 BMW 740

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

134,484 mi
Last recorded134,484 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 KSS
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 134,484 miles

Rear outer sills corroding

Pass 19 Aug 2024 134,266 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 134,066 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 133,548 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 133,548 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2021
Fail 20 Jan 2021

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 124,494 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 123,137 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 120,868 miles

PLASTIC COVERS ON FLOOR,SILLS,INNER WHEEL ARCHES,ENGINE BAY.RESTRICTING INSPECTION.

Pass 11 Jul 2016 118,669 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 116,295 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 114,671 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 110,734 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 108,370 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 105,725 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 101,204 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 96,396 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 92,566 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 87,151 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 81,824 miles

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

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

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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B19 KSS is a 2000 BMW 740 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2000 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 106,363 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 B19 KSS, 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 26 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 B19 KSS registered?

B19 KSS is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 27 March 2000.

Is B19 KSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 KSS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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