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NL10 SDV

2010 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,899 mi
Last recorded89,899 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 74081,275 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL10 SDV
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 89,899 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 88,824 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 79,342 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 69,385 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2019 69,385 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 67,253 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 55,818 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 44,481 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 13 Jul 2015 35,718 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2014 28,353 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 18,567 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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NL10 SDV is a 2010 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2010 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 81,275 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 NL10 SDV, 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 16 years old, this BMW 740 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was NL10 SDV registered?

NL10 SDV is a 2010 BMW 740, first registered on 23 March 2010.

Is NL10 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL10 SDV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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