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V189 FBD

2000 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

177,240 mi
Last recorded177,240 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV189 FBD
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 177,240 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 173,625 miles

under tray and engine covers fitted

Fail 27 Oct 2022 173,625 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2021 169,088 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

undertrays and sill covers fitted obscuring inspection

Pass 24 Oct 2020 162,803 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2018 159,600 miles

Oil leak ()

front and rear suspension serves corrosion

underbody general corrosion

Pass 27 Feb 2017
Pass 18 Apr 2016 156,637 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 151,637 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 13 Mar 2015 151,633 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 150,078 miles

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 29 Apr 2013 146,943 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 140,990 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 32,454 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 32,343 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2010 126,050 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 107,722 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 111,961 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 108,805 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 100,331 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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V189 FBD is a 2000 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V189 FBD, 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.

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What year was V189 FBD registered?

V189 FBD is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 25 February 2000.

Is V189 FBD safe to buy?

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