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J949 PRX

1991 BMW 750

Silver Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

151,622 mi
Last recorded151,622 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 1991 BMW 750126,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ949 PRX
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 151,622 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 147,756 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both main metal pipes slightly corroded. (3.6.B.2c)

Slight oil leak from engine area.

Fail 15 Dec 2017 147,714 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill area (AXLE MOUNT) (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

General underside corrosion

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear exhaust hangers corroded

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 10 Oct 2016 144,546 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 140,558 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 131,047 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 130,815 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2013 130,815 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 129,069 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front exhaust bracket broken

Pass 29 Oct 2011 128,211 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 127,082 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 127,082 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 125,076 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 124,158 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Oct 2008 124,158 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 122,742 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 116,561 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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J949 PRX is a 1991 BMW 750 in Silver with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1991 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 126,659 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J949 PRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this BMW 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J949 PRX registered?

J949 PRX is a 1991 BMW 750, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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