BMW M140 (2017)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 40 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,413

£201/month

MOT Pass Rate

98%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 30-42

2998cc Petrol

Great Choice

98% pass rate, £2,413/year to run. 16 points above average.

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Petrol2998cc9 years old40 tests55k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2998cc)

~30 mpg

£1,958

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,413

Per month£201/mo

Per week£46/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

98% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the BMW brand average of 88%.

98% of MOT tests on BMW M140s from 2017 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 7 years old. That's based on 40 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 55,477 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2017 models35th of 540(top 7%)

Rank among BMW models89th of 1,548(top 6%)

vs average of all models+16%(82% avg)

vs 2017 models average+11%(87% avg)

vs BMW average+10%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

55,477

Average miles

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2017 BMW M140 had 55,477 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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BMW M140 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2019	100%	33	32,998 mi
2017	98%	40	55,477 mi

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BMW 5 Series

2018 · 2998cc Petrol

£2,413/year

91%

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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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£2,413/year

93%

-5%

BMW X3

2019 · 2998cc Petrol

£2,413/year

92%

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Mercedes GLC

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£2,413/year

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About the 2017 BMW M140

The 2017 BMW M140 is a premium performance car. Our records list a 2998cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 40 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 7% of all 2017 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 55,477 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, BMW M140 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2017 BMW M140 Fuel Costs

The 2998cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,958 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2017 BMW M140?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,413 (£201/month), broken down as £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2017 BMW M140

At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. Note: with only 40 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 9 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

Oil Consumption

Medium risk

Larger petrol engines can develop higher oil consumption as they age. Check the oil level and look for blue smoke from the exhaust.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2017 BMW M140 stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
BMW M140(2017)	98%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413
BMW 5 Series(2018)	91%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same
Land Rover Range Rover Sport(2018)	93%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same
BMW X3(2019)	92%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same
Mercedes GLC(2019)	93%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2017 BMW M140

Is the 2017 BMW M140 reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 98% of MOT tests on 2017 BMW M140s ended in a pass, from 40 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 16 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2017 BMW M140 cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,413 a year (£201 a month): £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2017 BMW M140?

98% of 40 MOT tests on the 2017 BMW M140 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 35th of 540 models first registered in 2017 (top 7%).

What is the average mileage for a 2017 BMW M140?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2017 BMW M140 is 55,477 miles, which is in line with the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.