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S26 SHK

2017 BMW 740

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,185 mi
Last recorded110,185 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 74049,769 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 SHK
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 110,185 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2026 110,185 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 99,985 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 96,237 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 96,237 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear rear disc back plate insecure.

Offside Rear rear disc back plate insecure.

Pass 10 Aug 2023 88,420 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 79,321 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 19 Jul 2021 66,469 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 58,381 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020

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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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S26 SHK is a 2017 BMW 740 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S26 SHK, 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 S26 SHK?

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What year was S26 SHK registered?

S26 SHK is a 2017 BMW 740, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is S26 SHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S26 SHK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S26 SHK have outstanding finance?

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