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VK17 FZT

2017 BMW 740

Black Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

167,059 mi
Last recorded167,059 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 74049,769 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK17 FZT
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 167,059 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 2 Apr 2026 167,059 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 166,172 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 151,627 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 126,367 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 91,677 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 5 Nov 2021 91,586 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Nov 2020 66,506 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 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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VK17 FZT is a 2017 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VK17 FZT, 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

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What year was VK17 FZT registered?

VK17 FZT is a 2017 BMW 740, first registered on 19 May 2017.

Is VK17 FZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK17 FZT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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