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M265 TVX

1994 BMW 740

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

157,341 mi
Last recorded157,341 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW 740132,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM265 TVX
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 157,341 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 157,295 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 157,295 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 157,243 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 157,217 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 157,160 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 156,665 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 155,997 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 154,533 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 152,535 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 149,404 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 146,791 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 146,791 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 142,452 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 136,425 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 130,339 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 125,008 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 118,850 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 113,780 miles

Both front anti-roll bar links upper ball joint gaitors split.

Both rear tyres wearing low.

Slight play on near side rear suspenion.

Pass 21 Aug 2008 108,823 miles

Both front tyres outer tread worn.

Pass 9 Aug 2007 102,261 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 95,872 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 95,872 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

rear number plate is slightly discoloured

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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M265 TVX is a 1994 BMW 740 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 M265 TVX, 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 M265 TVX registered?

M265 TVX is a 1994 BMW 740, first registered on 27 August 1994.

Is M265 TVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M265 TVX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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