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X308 ADG

2000 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

149,459 mi
Last recorded149,459 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2022
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX308 ADG
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2022 149,459 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 143,513 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2021 143,500 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2016 139,330 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 139,320 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 136,587 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 133,607 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 129,377 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 124,793 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 117,635 miles

as time of test

Fail 19 Feb 2007 117,635 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

front pads and discs worn

front pads worn

front tyres on limit

Pass 25 Jan 2006 112,751 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 112,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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X308 ADG is a 2000 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X308 ADG, 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 X308 ADG registered?

X308 ADG is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X308 ADG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X308 ADG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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