MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
159,540 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Oil leak
Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A13 VEC is a 1996 BMW 740 in Silver with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1996 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 127,843 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 A13 VEC, 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 30 years old, this BMW 740 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of A13 VEC?
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What year was A13 VEC registered?
A13 VEC is a 1996 BMW 740, first registered on 27 February 1996.
Is A13 VEC safe to buy?
The MOT history for A13 VEC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does A13 VEC have outstanding finance?
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