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LF17 UCV

2017 BMW 740

Black Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

154,300 mi
Last recorded154,300 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 74049,769 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF17 UCV
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 154,300 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 124,406 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 92,100 miles

Full engine bay covers fitted covering testable items

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge This tyre is exactly 1.6 mm change asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre 3 x nails ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge This tyre is exactly 1.6 mm change asap (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 54,566 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 54,566 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 51,628 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 49,050 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 41,895 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 34,147 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 15,732 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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LF17 UCV is a 2017 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 LF17 UCV, 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.

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What year was LF17 UCV registered?

LF17 UCV is a 2017 BMW 740, first registered on 22 March 2017.

Is LF17 UCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF17 UCV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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