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M877 VEV

1994 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

110,747 mi
Last recorded110,747 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 1994 BMW 740132,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM877 VEV
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 110,747 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 110,237 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Oct 2019 110,229 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 109,565 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 143,975 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 108,258 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 107,842 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 107,082 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 105,783 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 105,063 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 104,439 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 103,516 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 101,852 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 99,830 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 97,461 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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M877 VEV is a 1994 BMW 740 in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M877 VEV, 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 M877 VEV registered?

M877 VEV is a 1994 BMW 740, first registered on 23 September 1994.

Is M877 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M877 VEV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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