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G8 CDW

1992 BMW 740

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

195,536 mi
Last recorded195,536 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2007
Typical for 1992 BMW 740143,109 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 CDW
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2007 195,536 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 195,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2006 192,629 miles

Nearside Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 192,629 miles

Nearside Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2005 188,658 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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G8 CDW is a 1992 BMW 740 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1992 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 143,109 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 G8 CDW, 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 34 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 G8 CDW?

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What year was G8 CDW registered?

G8 CDW is a 1992 BMW 740, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is G8 CDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 CDW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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