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CE10 XLS

2010 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

140,389 mi
Last recorded140,389 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 74081,275 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE10 XLS
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 140,389 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 128,118 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 121,637 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 116,541 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 107,909 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 97,783 miles

Nearside Tyre slightly damaged front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2019 88,160 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 75,388 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 75,388 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 65,808 miles

Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 65,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 56,850 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 53,712 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 51,773 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 44,216 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 34,663 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 34,585 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

OFF SIDE REAR TYRE JUST LEGAL

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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CE10 XLS is a 2010 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 81,275 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CE10 XLS, 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 16 years old, this BMW 740 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE10 XLS registered?

CE10 XLS is a 2010 BMW 740, first registered on 23 March 2010.

Is CE10 XLS safe to buy?

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