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M41 JPE

1994 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

109,086 mi
Last recorded109,086 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2016
Typical for 1994 BMW 740132,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM41 JPE
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2016 109,086 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2016 109,034 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on both sides (8.2.1b)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 108,499 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 108,499 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 108,300 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 108,090 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 106,008 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 105,799 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 105,730 miles

wheel rims slightly damaged

Pass 10 Jan 2008 103,740 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 92,762 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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M41 JPE is a 1994 BMW 740 in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M41 JPE, 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 M41 JPE registered?

M41 JPE is a 1994 BMW 740, first registered on 1 November 1994.

Is M41 JPE safe to buy?

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