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S190 FAN

1998 BMW 740

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 740115,008 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS190 FAN
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2016
Fail 31 May 2016

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015
Pass 26 Jun 2014
Fail 25 Jun 2014

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 86,780 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 83,071 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 79,755 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 76,280 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2009 72,313 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 67,141 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 63,073 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 59,145 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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S190 FAN is a 1998 BMW 740 in Red with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S190 FAN, 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

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What year was S190 FAN registered?

S190 FAN is a 1998 BMW 740, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S190 FAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S190 FAN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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