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2017 BMW M140 3.0L Petrol · GV17 ZFO

GV17 ZFO

2017 BMW M140 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 19 Aug 2017. Recorded mileage 53,953 miles. MOT expired on 01 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
BMW M140
Year / Origin
2017 · Canterbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 01 Oct 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
53,953 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 01 Oct 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
2998cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle maintains a high roadworthiness status with a remarkably stable maintenance trend. The most recent test conducted in October 2025 at 53,953 miles resulted in zero defects, indicating that the mechanical and structural components currently meet all UK safety standards. This follows a consistent history of clean passes over the last five years, suggesting the car has not suffered from significant mechanical failures or chronic neglect. The mileage profile is low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per annum. Data shows consistent usage patterns, with the odometer rising from 27,116 miles in September 2021 to 53,953 miles by October 2025. This steady low-mile accumulation typically limits wear on the drivetrain and suspension components compared to high-mileage examples, though the intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components or brake components if the vehicle sat for extended periods between tests. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the windscreen, which was flagged for stone chips in both September 2022 and September 2024. While these did not cause failures, the recurring nature of the issue suggests the vehicle may frequently be driven in environments prone to road debris. Given the low annual mileage, it is vital to inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as low-use vehicles often suffer from rust on the rotors if they are not regularly exercised to clear the oxidation.
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GV17 ZFO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/10/2025
  • 53,953 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring windscreen items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
68
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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GV17 ZFO Mileage History

  1. 24/09/202127,116 mi
  2. 10/09/202236,226 mi+9,110 mi
  3. 22/09/202344,093 mi+7,867 mi
  4. 02/09/202447,969 mi+3,876 mi
  5. 03/10/202553,953 mi+5,984 mi

Average of roughly 6,668 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

GV17 ZFO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 BMW M140 (GV17 ZFO) between September 2021 and October 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

PASS
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ADVISORY