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W6 SDL

2018 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

123,627 mi
Last recorded123,627 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 74046,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW6 SDL
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 123,627 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2025 104,182 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 82,904 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 69,330 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 63,662 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 63,662 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 58,715 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 44,564 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 31,828 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 21,312 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2019 13,608 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

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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W6 SDL is a 2018 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W6 SDL, 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 W6 SDL?

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What year was W6 SDL registered?

W6 SDL is a 2018 BMW 740, first registered on 3 October 2018.

Is W6 SDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W6 SDL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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