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UAZ 2442

1998 BMW 740

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,328 mi
Last recorded145,328 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 BMW 740115,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAZ 2442
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2013 145,328 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 135,382 miles

Airbag light on

Both rear tyres to keep checked

N/S/Front brake slight bind

N/S/Rear suspension arm top bush slight play

O/S/Front headlight slight condensation

Pass 23 Nov 2011 132,193 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 127,179 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 127,170 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 121,949 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 117,745 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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UAZ 2442 is a 1998 BMW 740 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UAZ 2442, 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

How do I check the history of UAZ 2442?

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What year was UAZ 2442 registered?

UAZ 2442 is a 1998 BMW 740, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is UAZ 2442 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAZ 2442 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UAZ 2442 have outstanding finance?

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