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L430 DPM

1994 BMW 740

Black Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

224,110 mi
Last recorded224,110 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2006
Typical for 1994 BMW 740132,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL430 DPM
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2006 224,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

damage to petrol tank + strap

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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L430 DPM is a 1994 BMW 740 in Black with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1994 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 132,091 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 L430 DPM, 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 32 years old, this BMW 740 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L430 DPM registered?

L430 DPM is a 1994 BMW 740, first registered on 8 March 1994.

Is L430 DPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L430 DPM shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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