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T224 BYY

1999 BMW 740

Silver Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,522 mi
Last recorded46,522 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 1999 BMW 740108,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT224 BYY
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 46,522 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 122,111 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012
Pass 7 Jan 2012 120,653 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 111,382 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 108,214 miles

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

all brake disc's slightly rusted

Pass 8 Nov 2006 105,253 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 105,253 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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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T224 BYY is a 1999 BMW 740 in Silver with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 108,581 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 T224 BYY, 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 27 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 T224 BYY?

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What year was T224 BYY registered?

T224 BYY is a 1999 BMW 740, first registered on 28 May 1999.

Is T224 BYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for T224 BYY 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.

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