BMW 745 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 745. Check any 745 by registration number below.

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86.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.5%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 745 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 745 has an average MOT pass rate of 86.4%, which is 3.5 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 745 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW 745 fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your 745 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Typical mileage for the 745 is around 159,658 miles at 5 years. When evaluating a used 745, compare the odometer reading against these benchmarks. Significantly lower mileage than expected could indicate a clocked vehicle — run a free mileage check to verify.

Before buying a used BMW 745, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 745 performs at MOT across different model years.

2007

Based on 85 vehicles

94.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 3yr

81k mi

Mileage at 5yr

160k mi

Mileage at 10yr

301k mi

2006

Based on 144 vehicles

95.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

119k mi

Mileage at 10yr

217k mi

2005

Based on 171 vehicles

95.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

97k mi

Mileage at 10yr

197k mi

2004

Based on 145 vehicles

74.5%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

13.5%

2003

Based on 203 vehicles

81.3%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

9.8%

2002

Based on 302 vehicles

77.5%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

22.5%

2001

Based on 142 vehicles

93.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

208k mi

0

Based on 342 vehicles

78.9%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

109k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 745

The most common reasons a BMW 745 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

6.9%

BMW 745 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Typical Mileage — BMW 745

Average mileage readings recorded at MOT tests for the 2007 model year range. Use these benchmarks to evaluate a used 745.

At 3 Years

81,136

miles

At 5 Years

159,658

miles

At 10 Years

300,790

miles

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Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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87.3% pass rate

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87.0% pass rate

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82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

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75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 745

BMW 745 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 745 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 745?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 745 is 86.4% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 745?

The most common MOT failures on the BMW 745 are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (6.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the BMW 745 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 86.4%, the BMW 745 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 745?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a BMW 745?

Typical mileage for the BMW 745: 81,136 miles at 3 years, 159,658 miles at 5 years, 300,790 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 745 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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