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P721 KKP

1997 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,175 mi
Last recorded104,175 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 740119,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP721 KKP
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 104,175 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 102,147 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 99,859 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2022 99,854 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Jacking pad is missing

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 98,741 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 95,001 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 75,555 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 75,554 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 75,524 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 73,209 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 73,209 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 May 2015 69,573 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 64,841 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 63,753 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 63,747 miles

airbag warning light on

Fail 24 Apr 2012 63,747 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

airbag warning light on

Pass 23 Mar 2011 63,613 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 63,616 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 63,607 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 63,385 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 62,916 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 61,692 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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P721 KKP is a 1997 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 119,456 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 P721 KKP, 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 29 years old, this BMW 740 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P721 KKP registered?

P721 KKP is a 1997 BMW 740, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P721 KKP safe to buy?

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