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ET17 FYP

2017 BMW 740

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,729 mi
Last recorded47,729 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 74049,769 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET17 FYP
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 47,729 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 46,722 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 43,132 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 38,817 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 33,395 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 26,492 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 23,347 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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ET17 FYP is a 2017 BMW 740 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 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 49,769 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 ET17 FYP, 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 9 years old, this BMW 740 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ET17 FYP?

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What year was ET17 FYP registered?

ET17 FYP is a 2017 BMW 740, first registered on 28 June 2017.

Is ET17 FYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET17 FYP 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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