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P225 TTU

1996 BMW 740

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,106 mi
Last recorded22,106 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 1996 BMW 740127,843 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP225 TTU
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2017 22,106 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 212,510 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 200,874 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 190,571 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 181,303 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 171,243 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 162,218 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 154,629 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 147,414 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 137,793 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 127,015 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 11,779 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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P225 TTU is a 1996 BMW 740 in Silver with a 4,398cc 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 P225 TTU, 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 P225 TTU?

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What year was P225 TTU registered?

P225 TTU is a 1996 BMW 740, first registered on 19 August 1996.

Is P225 TTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P225 TTU 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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