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K74 WPF

1993 BMW 740

Red Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

129,416 mi
Last recorded129,416 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2024
Typical for 1993 BMW 740137,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK74 WPF
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2024 129,416 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 May 2023 128,621 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 127,606 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2022 127,606 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 126,493 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 126,308 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 119,919 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 115,511 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 113,865 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 111,523 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 110,078 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 107,724 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 106,384 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 103,188 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 99,573 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 95,066 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 92,438 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 89,048 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 83,032 miles

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

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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K74 WPF is a 1993 BMW 740 in Red with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1993 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 137,926 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 K74 WPF, 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 33 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 K74 WPF?

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What year was K74 WPF registered?

K74 WPF is a 1993 BMW 740, first registered on 8 January 1993.

Is K74 WPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K74 WPF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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