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B5 TDR

1997 BMW 750

Blue Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

210,072 mi
Last recorded210,072 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 750124,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 TDR
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 210,072 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 209,714 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 207,452 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 207,288 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 207,091 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 205,585 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 202,619 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 201,113 miles

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 13 Jan 2016 201,113 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 200,336 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 197,607 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 194,386 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 186,293 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 178,484 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 171,328 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 168,935 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 167,292 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 163,273 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 156,805 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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B5 TDR is a 1997 BMW 750 in Blue with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 124,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B5 TDR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B5 TDR registered?

B5 TDR is a 1997 BMW 750, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is B5 TDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 TDR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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