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2539 D

1998 BMW 740

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,616 mi
Last recorded104,616 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW 740115,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2539 D
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 104,616 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 104,524 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 104,316 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 103,902 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 162,863 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 103,565 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 103,558 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 103,120 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 102,642 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 102,629 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 102,052 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 100,233 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 96,337 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 94,080 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 92,338 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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2539 D is a 1998 BMW 740 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 115,008 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 2539 D, 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 28 years old, this BMW 740 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 2539 D registered?

2539 D is a 1998 BMW 740, first registered on 28 January 1998.

Is 2539 D safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2539 D shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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