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L74 DPM

1994 BMW 740

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,614 mi
Last recorded148,614 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2006
Typical for 1994 BMW 740132,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL74 DPM
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2006 148,614 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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L74 DPM is a 1994 BMW 740 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L74 DPM, 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

How do I check the history of L74 DPM?

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What year was L74 DPM registered?

L74 DPM is a 1994 BMW 740, first registered on 7 February 1994.

Is L74 DPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L74 DPM shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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