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H127 GBD

1990 BMW 740

Black Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

260,882 mi
Last recorded260,882 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH127 GBD
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 260,882 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 202,834 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 May 2013 202,834 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 198,284 miles

Front tyres very close to wheel arch panels.

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 198,252 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 198,252 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 180,405 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 180,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 160,060 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 160,060 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 132,012 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 132,012 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 22 Mar 2007 131,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

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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H127 GBD is a 1990 BMW 740 in Black with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 H127 GBD, 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 36 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 H127 GBD registered?

H127 GBD is a 1990 BMW 740, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H127 GBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H127 GBD shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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