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LM51 CJX

2001 BMW 740

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,160 mi
Last recorded116,160 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 740102,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 CJX
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 116,160 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2025 113,636 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 110,543 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 108,732 miles

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

offside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Fail 20 Jun 2023 108,732 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

offside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 20 Jun 2022 106,029 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 103,238 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 100,334 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 98,006 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 95,405 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 93,151 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jun 2016 90,121 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 85,832 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 82,825 miles

both rear tyres badly perished

front tyres wearing on outer edge

Fail 19 Jun 2014 82,825 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear tyres badly perished

front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 19 Jul 2013 81,968 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 81,968 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 79,524 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 77,196 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 74,724 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 70,035 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 66,581 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 60,940 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 53,808 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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LM51 CJX is a 2001 BMW 740 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 102,682 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 LM51 CJX, 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 25 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 LM51 CJX registered?

LM51 CJX is a 2001 BMW 740, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is LM51 CJX safe to buy?

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