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V32 FPF

1999 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

139,417 mi
Last recorded139,417 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 BMW 740108,581 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV32 FPF
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2014 139,417 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 128,048 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2013 128,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 Aug 2013 128,074 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 124,430 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 121,864 miles

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

sill c overs fitted

underbody covers fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2007 116,286 miles

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

unable to see inner front pads

Pass 6 Nov 2006 107,553 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2005 99,893 miles

advise front brake pads low off side front inner low but unable to see enough to determine thickness

advise near side front tyre outer edge low

advise near side rear tyre 1.6mm center legal limit

advise off side rear tyre 2.mm center low

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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V32 FPF is a 1999 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V32 FPF, 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

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What year was V32 FPF registered?

V32 FPF is a 1999 BMW 740, first registered on 8 November 1999.

Is V32 FPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V32 FPF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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