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BOK 475

1996 BMW 740

Black Lpg 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

357,925 mi
Last recorded357,925 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 BMW 740127,843 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOK 475
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2014 357,925 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Jul 2014 357,921 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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BOK 475 is a 1996 BMW 740 in Black with a 3,982cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BOK 475, 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

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What year was BOK 475 registered?

BOK 475 is a 1996 BMW 740, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is BOK 475 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOK 475 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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