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UC05 TEL

2018 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

176,826 mi
Last recorded176,826 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 74046,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUC05 TEL
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 176,826 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 167,461 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 159,067 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 136,821 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 133,502 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 121,904 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2021 121,850 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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))

both front brabke backing plates loose

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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UC05 TEL is a 2018 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UC05 TEL, 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

How do I check the history of UC05 TEL?

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What year was UC05 TEL registered?

UC05 TEL is a 2018 BMW 740, first registered on 23 March 2018.

Is UC05 TEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for UC05 TEL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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