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C29 CCC

2000 BMW 740

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

84,924 mi
Last recorded84,924 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC29 CCC
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 84,924 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 84,025 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2024 82,990 miles
Pass 21 May 2022

Diff leaking

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 80,020 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Traction control light on dash.

Pass 10 Mar 2020 79,257 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 77,354 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 77,354 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 76,742 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 76,293 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 74,529 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 74,529 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2015

washers require attention

Pass 4 Feb 2014 72,372 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight leak p/steering

Pass 31 Jan 2013 71,367 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 71,367 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 Jan 2012 70,785 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake discs rusty

Pass 29 Jan 2012 70,785 miles

brake discs rusty

Pass 13 Jun 2009 68,404 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 63,501 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 51,650 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 37,266 miles

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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C29 CCC is a 2000 BMW 740 in Red with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2000 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 106,363 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 C29 CCC, 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 26 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C29 CCC registered?

C29 CCC is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 19 May 2000.

Is C29 CCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C29 CCC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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