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R706 BKW

1998 BMW 750

Red Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,148 mi
Last recorded145,148 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2012
Typical for 1998 BMW 750112,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR706 BKW
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2012 145,148 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front to rear and all rear suspension pipes all badly corroded

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 141,276 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 141,249 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 137,324 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 137,312 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2009 135,943 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 132,532 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

ns main brake pipes slightly corroded

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2007 125,296 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 115,210 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 113,430 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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R706 BKW is a 1998 BMW 750 in Red with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 112,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R706 BKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R706 BKW registered?

R706 BKW is a 1998 BMW 750, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is R706 BKW safe to buy?

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