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V955 FDP

1999 BMW 740

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

213,357 mi
Last recorded213,357 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW 740108,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV955 FDP
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 213,357 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 211,680 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 29 Aug 2024 211,639 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked with yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked with yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 207,380 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 207,356 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 200,103 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil residue on engine undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 165,683 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 196,330 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 194,952 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 193,120 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak On engine. ()

Pass 28 Nov 2016 187,045 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 176,321 miles

Offside Front tyre outer edge worn

oil leak

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded floor (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 163,960 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 119,130 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 109,583 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 109,574 miles

Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

air bag [ight on

Pass 14 Nov 2011 101,939 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 87,402 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

play in n/s steering arm

Fail 5 Oct 2010 86,781 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

play in n/s steering arm

Pass 13 Oct 2009 81,338 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 76,700 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 70,500 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 64,486 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 58,020 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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V955 FDP is a 1999 BMW 740 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V955 FDP, 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 V955 FDP registered?

V955 FDP is a 1999 BMW 740, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V955 FDP safe to buy?

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