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X47 UPC

2000 BMW 740

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,997 mi
Last recorded146,997 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX47 UPC
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 146,997 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 142,950 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 142,821 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 142,750 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 142,250 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 142,001 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 135,828 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 128,118 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 124,086 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 121,322 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Slight free movement to inner steering joints

Fail 9 Dec 2015 121,320 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Slight free movement to inner steering joints

Pass 10 Dec 2014 116,782 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 110,913 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 3 Dec 2013 110,911 miles

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 110,036 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 108,197 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

brakediscs s/worn

Pass 28 Nov 2011 108,197 miles

brakediscs s/worn

Pass 9 Dec 2010 106,316 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2010 103,143 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2010 106,224 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 103,147 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 106,623 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 97,547 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 93,900 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 86,491 miles

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

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

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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X47 UPC is a 2000 BMW 740 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X47 UPC, 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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X47 UPC is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 20 September 2000.

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