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X753 XPJ

2001 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,659 mi
Last recorded55,659 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 740102,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX753 XPJ
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 55,659 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 54,557 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

engine oil leaks

slight leak from power steering hose

Fail 30 Dec 2013 54,557 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

engine oil leaks

slight leak from power steering hose

Pass 12 Jul 2012 50,147 miles

very slight mark and bulge on n/s/f tyre

Pass 1 Apr 2011 44,160 miles

nearside side trim insecure

Fail 1 Apr 2011 44,160 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

nearside side trim insecure

Pass 25 Jan 2010 38,969 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front and rear number plates

Fail 25 Jan 2010 38,969 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front and rear number plates

Pass 23 Dec 2008 33,825 miles

air bag light on

cuts in nearside rear tyre sidewall

front and rear number plates

Pass 18 Dec 2007 28,961 miles

air bag light on

front and rear number plates

Pass 5 Jan 2007 25,241 miles

air bag light on

Pass 20 Jan 2006 21,919 miles

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

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

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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X753 XPJ is a 2001 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 102,682 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X753 XPJ, 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 25 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 X753 XPJ registered?

X753 XPJ is a 2001 BMW 740, first registered on 2 January 2001.

Is X753 XPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X753 XPJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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