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R79 ABY

1998 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 740115,008 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR79 ABY
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2014

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2013 175,296 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 167,265 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 158,196 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 149,055 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 137,689 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 125,932 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 114,024 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 103,588 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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R79 ABY is a 1998 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 115,008 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 R79 ABY, 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 28 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 R79 ABY?

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What year was R79 ABY registered?

R79 ABY is a 1998 BMW 740, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R79 ABY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R79 ABY shows 9 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 R79 ABY have outstanding finance?

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