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SIG 5193

2017 BMW 740

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,641 mi
Last recorded86,641 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 74049,769 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIG 5193
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 86,641 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2025 86,641 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2024 66,476 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 66,404 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Fog lamp not working.

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 54,732 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 44,387 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 28,458 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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SIG 5193 is a 2017 BMW 740 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SIG 5193, 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 SIG 5193?

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What year was SIG 5193 registered?

SIG 5193 is a 2017 BMW 740, first registered on 29 April 2017.

Is SIG 5193 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIG 5193 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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