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N618 XGM

1996 BMW 740

Green Lpg 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 BMW 740127,843 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN618 XGM
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2013

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2012 130,719 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2011 122,498 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 115,235 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

steering box damp

Pass 26 Aug 2009 107,942 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 21 Aug 2009 107,670 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 98,962 miles

p.a.s steering box damp with fluid

Pass 30 Jul 2007 90,703 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 78,550 miles

4 rfr's issued at time of test

Fail 27 Jun 2006 78,516 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

slight play in steering box

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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N618 XGM is a 1996 BMW 740 in Green with a 4,398cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N618 XGM, 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

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What year was N618 XGM registered?

N618 XGM is a 1996 BMW 740, first registered on 7 June 1996.

Is N618 XGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N618 XGM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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