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M47 ALL

1994 BMW 740

Black Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

197,533 mi
Last recorded197,533 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2012
Typical for 1994 BMW 740132,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM47 ALL
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2012 197,533 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 191,229 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 183,978 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 173,568 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 173,568 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 168,727 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 160,423 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 148,779 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 142,228 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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M47 ALL is a 1994 BMW 740 in Black with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M47 ALL, 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

How do I check the history of M47 ALL?

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What year was M47 ALL registered?

M47 ALL is a 1994 BMW 740, first registered on 27 August 1994.

Is M47 ALL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M47 ALL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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