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N27 RHM

2001 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

102,320 mi
Last recorded102,320 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 740102,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN27 RHM
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 102,320 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 97,723 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 92,183 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 89,709 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 84,294 miles

all brake pipes coated/covered

Pass 7 Nov 2016 83,809 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

small oil leak from automatic transmission

Pass 9 Nov 2015 77,954 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 77,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear exhaust hanger broken

Fail 12 Nov 2014 72,353 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 72,353 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 67,470 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 65,101 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 57,986 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 49,143 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 31,808 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 30,726 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 29,091 miles
Pass 20 May 2005 24,975 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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N27 RHM is a 2001 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 102,682 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 N27 RHM, 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 25 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N27 RHM registered?

N27 RHM is a 2001 BMW 740, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is N27 RHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N27 RHM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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