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X371 XPL

2000 BMW 740

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

124,528 mi
Last recorded124,528 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2023
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX371 XPL
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2023 124,528 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2023 124,519 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 124,513 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 124,505 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 124,484 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 124,476 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 124,455 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 124,383 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 124,356 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 124,344 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 124,252 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 123,156 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 118,610 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 109,535 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 94,024 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 88,996 miles

DSC light on dash

Nearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 May 2006 87,063 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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X371 XPL is a 2000 BMW 740 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 X371 XPL, 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 X371 XPL registered?

X371 XPL is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X371 XPL safe to buy?

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