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N408 NOU

1996 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

210,539 mi
Last recorded210,539 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 1996 BMW 740127,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN408 NOU
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2017 210,539 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 209,901 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 208,806 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 206,916 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 204,702 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 201,109 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 198,314 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 197,015 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 195,317 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 193,041 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 190,459 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 187,856 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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N408 NOU is a 1996 BMW 740 in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 127,843 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 N408 NOU, 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 30 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 N408 NOU?

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What year was N408 NOU registered?

N408 NOU is a 1996 BMW 740, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N408 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N408 NOU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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