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N517 GGT

1995 BMW 740

Black Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

97,308 mi
Last recorded97,308 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 1995 BMW 740124,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN517 GGT
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 97,308 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2019 97,308 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 94,260 miles

oil leaks

Pass 11 Sep 2017 92,039 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 26 Aug 2017 91,927 miles

Offside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 89,622 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 87,148 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 85,029 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 82,094 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 78,168 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 73,135 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 68,013 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 68,013 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 64,681 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 62,428 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 58,329 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 53,425 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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N517 GGT is a 1995 BMW 740 in Black with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 N517 GGT, 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 N517 GGT registered?

N517 GGT is a 1995 BMW 740, first registered on 27 September 1995.

Is N517 GGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N517 GGT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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