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L248 PAV

1994 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

294,417 mi
Last recorded294,417 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 1994 BMW 740132,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL248 PAV
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 294,417 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 294,415 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 292,873 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 292,321 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 289,565 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to back ()

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 287,869 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 2 Aug 2019 287,869 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 6 Jul 2018 285,801 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 282,719 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 281,102 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 277,941 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 274,812 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 270,775 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 269,890 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 55,811 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 55,035 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 54,180 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 52,657 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 52,657 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 50,486 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 48,325 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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L248 PAV is a 1994 BMW 740 in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 132,091 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 L248 PAV, 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 32 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 L248 PAV registered?

L248 PAV is a 1994 BMW 740, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L248 PAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L248 PAV shows 21 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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