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M251 YWC

1995 BMW 740

Grey Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,403 mi
Last recorded152,403 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2009
Typical for 1995 BMW 740124,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM251 YWC
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2009 152,403 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2006 151,969 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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M251 YWC is a 1995 BMW 740 in Grey with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 124,811 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 M251 YWC, 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 31 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 M251 YWC registered?

M251 YWC is a 1995 BMW 740, first registered on 30 June 1995.

Is M251 YWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M251 YWC shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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