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RV51 YRR

2001 BMW 740

Silver Diesel 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,413 mi
Last recorded53,413 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2011
Typical for 2001 BMW 740102,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 YRR
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2011 53,413 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 152,050 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 147,375 miles

osr upper suspension arm outer ball joint slight wear

Pass 4 Aug 2008 138,476 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 131,414 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Jul 2007 131,414 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 129,101 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2005 107,949 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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RV51 YRR is a 2001 BMW 740 in Silver with a 3,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 102,682 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 RV51 YRR, 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 25 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV51 YRR?

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What year was RV51 YRR registered?

RV51 YRR is a 2001 BMW 740, first registered on 6 November 2001.

Is RV51 YRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 YRR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV51 YRR have outstanding finance?

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