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P37 LLX

1996 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 BMW 740127,843 mi
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP37 LLX
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2012
Pass 18 May 2011 85,047 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 82,140 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 80,765 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 101,408 miles

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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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P37 LLX is a 1996 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 P37 LLX, 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 P37 LLX?

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What year was P37 LLX registered?

P37 LLX is a 1996 BMW 740, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P37 LLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P37 LLX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P37 LLX have outstanding finance?

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