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X454 BBL

2000 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

196,498 mi
Last recorded196,498 miles
Recorded on3 May 2013
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX454 BBL
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2013 196,498 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 177,553 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Jun 2012 177,553 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2011 265,979 miles

oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2010 243,273 miles

slight play in both rear upper suspension arms

Pass 17 Jun 2009 222,625 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 201,226 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 179,145 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2006 155,857 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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X454 BBL is a 2000 BMW 740 in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X454 BBL, 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 X454 BBL registered?

X454 BBL is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 18 September 2000.

Is X454 BBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X454 BBL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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