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Y419 FFC

2001 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,303 mi
Last recorded172,303 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 740102,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY419 FFC
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2013 172,303 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 172,298 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 171,101 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 169,153 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 169,153 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 165,455 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 161,942 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 155,518 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 142,389 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 127,171 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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Y419 FFC is a 2001 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 Y419 FFC, 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 Y419 FFC registered?

Y419 FFC is a 2001 BMW 740, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is Y419 FFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y419 FFC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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