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J17 AMT

2018 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,383 mi
Last recorded128,383 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 74046,024 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ17 AMT
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 128,383 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 126,738 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 123,606 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 113,529 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 106,348 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 106,348 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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J17 AMT is a 2018 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 46,024 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 J17 AMT, 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 8 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 J17 AMT?

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What year was J17 AMT registered?

J17 AMT is a 2018 BMW 740, first registered on 28 December 2018.

Is J17 AMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J17 AMT shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J17 AMT have outstanding finance?

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