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M739 EYG

1995 BMW 740

Grey Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

119,371 mi
Last recorded119,371 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2007
Typical for 1995 BMW 740124,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM739 EYG
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2007 119,371 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 119,363 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 114,595 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 114,587 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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M739 EYG is a 1995 BMW 740 in Grey with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 M739 EYG, 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

How do I check the history of M739 EYG?

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What year was M739 EYG registered?

M739 EYG is a 1995 BMW 740, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M739 EYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M739 EYG shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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