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TIL 5255

2000 BMW 740

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

124,908 mi
Last recorded124,908 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2020
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIL 5255
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2020 124,908 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 124,645 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 123,524 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 121,993 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 120,734 miles

child seat fitted full seat belt inspection not completed

Pass 9 Feb 2015 118,169 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 115,805 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 112,983 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 112,983 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 110,017 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 106,862 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 103,370 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 98,766 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 96,075 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 93,065 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 87,752 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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TIL 5255 is a 2000 BMW 740 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2000 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 106,363 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 TIL 5255, 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 26 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 TIL 5255?

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What year was TIL 5255 registered?

TIL 5255 is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 18 August 2000.

Is TIL 5255 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TIL 5255 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TIL 5255 have outstanding finance?

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