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V312 FMO

2000 BMW 740

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,444 mi
Last recorded103,444 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2011
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV312 FMO
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2011 103,444 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 99,801 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Dec 2009 99,801 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2008 92,480 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 86,207 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 85,793 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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V312 FMO is a 2000 BMW 740 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V312 FMO, 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 V312 FMO?

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What year was V312 FMO registered?

V312 FMO is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 12 January 2000.

Is V312 FMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V312 FMO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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