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K379 VPJ

1992 BMW 740

Black Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,283 mi
Last recorded155,283 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2009
Typical for 1992 BMW 740143,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK379 VPJ
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2009 155,283 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 145,726 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Fail 16 Apr 2008 145,726 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2007 142,375 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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K379 VPJ is a 1992 BMW 740 in Black with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 K379 VPJ, 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.

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What year was K379 VPJ registered?

K379 VPJ is a 1992 BMW 740, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K379 VPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K379 VPJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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