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FG 1995

1994 BMW 740

Green Lpg 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

342,728 mi
Last recorded342,728 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 1994 BMW 740132,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG 1995
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 342,728 miles

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

signs of staining on fuel tank but not leaking

Fail 11 Jul 2014 342,728 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

signs of staining on fuel tank but not leaking

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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FG 1995 is a 1994 BMW 740 in Green with a 3,982cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 132,091 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 FG 1995, 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 32 years old, this BMW 740 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FG 1995 registered?

FG 1995 is a 1994 BMW 740, first registered on 15 November 1994.

Is FG 1995 safe to buy?

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