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M318 VCT

1995 BMW 740

Red Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,241 mi
Last recorded61,241 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 1995 BMW 740124,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM318 VCT
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2018 61,241 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 58,528 miles

Front front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly both (3.7.B.6b)

Rear front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly both (3.7.B.6b)

damage to near side front and rear panels

Pass 22 Jul 2013 57,986 miles

both o/s tyres slightly perished

brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2012 57,609 miles

brake pipes corroded

o/s rear tyre perished

slight play in o/s rear lower suspension pin bush

Pass 28 Jun 2011 56,838 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 56,375 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 56,366 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 55,260 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 53,004 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 52,327 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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M318 VCT is a 1995 BMW 740 in Red with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 M318 VCT, 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 M318 VCT registered?

M318 VCT is a 1995 BMW 740, first registered on 1 January 1995.

Is M318 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M318 VCT shows 10 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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