30 Model Years Analyzed
BMW 740
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1992-2021), based on 3,569 DVSA recorded tests.
89.5%
Average Pass Rate
30
Model Years
4k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2018 BMW 740 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
16 tests
204 tests
528 tests
577 tests
472 tests
489 tests
143 tests
100 tests
59 tests
59 tests
87 tests
110 tests
81 tests
15 tests
14 tests
39 tests
35 tests
2 tests
1 tests
4 tests
79 tests
85 tests
71 tests
99 tests
57 tests
71 tests
42 tests
18 tests
11 tests
1 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 3A tyre seriously damaged
- 4Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users
- 5A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a BMW 740?
The BMW 740 has an average 89.5% MOT pass rate across model years 1992 to 2021, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 740?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the BMW 740 across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which BMW 740 year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific BMW 740 model years.