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J4 TTG

1999 BMW 740

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,196 mi
Last recorded99,196 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2020
Typical for 1999 BMW 740108,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 TTG
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2020 99,196 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 98,978 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 98,975 miles

Registration plate incorrect letter spacing (0.1 (c))

Pass 2 Apr 2016 98,948 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear pipes are slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 98,947 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2013 98,422 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 97,967 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2011 96,099 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

offside and nearside front shockers knocking when bounced

offside front wiper blade split on end

Pass 21 Dec 2009 92,599 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 84,492 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 84,492 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 77,967 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 69,183 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 67,178 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 67,178 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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J4 TTG is a 1999 BMW 740 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 108,581 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 J4 TTG, 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 27 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J4 TTG registered?

J4 TTG is a 1999 BMW 740, first registered on 30 March 1999.

Is J4 TTG safe to buy?

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