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FR61 OFG

2011 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,642 mi
Last recorded122,642 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 74078,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR61 OFG
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 122,642 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 120,864 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 118,977 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 115,406 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 109,599 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 101,264 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 94,363 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 83,770 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 71,309 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 54,328 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 54,326 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front link arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front link arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 43,933 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Jan 2016 43,923 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 37,920 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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FR61 OFG is a 2011 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 78,720 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 FR61 OFG, 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 15 years old, this BMW 740 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FR61 OFG registered?

FR61 OFG is a 2011 BMW 740, first registered on 1 December 2011.

Is FR61 OFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR61 OFG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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