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W169 MJB

2000 BMW 740

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,426 mi
Last recorded92,426 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2012
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW169 MJB
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2012 92,426 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 81,888 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 72,071 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 56,310 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 46,223 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 41,069 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 35,737 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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W169 MJB is a 2000 BMW 740 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W169 MJB, 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

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What year was W169 MJB registered?

W169 MJB is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 28 June 2000.

Is W169 MJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W169 MJB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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