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M707 MPE

1995 BMW 740

Black Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

132,481 mi
Last recorded132,481 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2013
Typical for 1995 BMW 740124,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM707 MPE
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2013 132,481 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 130,516 miles

Rear o/s and n/s brake discs corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/front door trim insecure

Fail 9 Aug 2012 130,516 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear o/s and n/s brake discs corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/front door trim insecure

Pass 15 Jul 2011 12,699 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside headlamp aim is starting to de-focus

slight surface corrosion on both the rear brake discs

Fail 12 Jul 2011 129,699 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside headlamp aim is starting to de-focus

slight surface corrosion on both the rear brake discs

Pass 16 Aug 2010 127,530 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 125,279 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Oct 2009 125,279 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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M707 MPE is a 1995 BMW 740 in Black with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M707 MPE, 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 M707 MPE registered?

M707 MPE is a 1995 BMW 740, first registered on 12 May 1995.

Is M707 MPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M707 MPE shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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