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REG 1H

2018 BMW 740

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,285 mi
Last recorded66,285 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 74046,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREG 1H
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 66,285 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer shoulders 245/40r20 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2024 48,169 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSR tyre worn to 3mm depth (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 May 2024 47,916 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrect character spacing (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrect character spacing (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSR tyre worn to 3mm depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2023 35,096 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 24,760 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 23,573 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 11,703 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output all lenses (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 11,700 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output all lenses (4.1.4 (b))

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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REG 1H is a 2018 BMW 740 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 REG 1H, 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

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What year was REG 1H registered?

REG 1H is a 2018 BMW 740, first registered on 21 March 2018.

Is REG 1H safe to buy?

The MOT history for REG 1H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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