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S740 EFC

1998 BMW 7 Series

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,500 mi
Last recorded115,500 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 BMW 7 Series122,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS740 EFC
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2010 115,500 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres worn from inner edge

Pass 27 Sep 2008 108,111 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 103,996 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 94,308 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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S740 EFC is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 122,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S740 EFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S740 EFC?

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What year was S740 EFC registered?

S740 EFC is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 8 September 1998.

Is S740 EFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S740 EFC shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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