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LA13 OLX

2012 BMW 740

Gold Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,342 mi
Last recorded9,342 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 74075,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA13 OLX
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2012
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2026 9,342 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 8,297 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 7,169 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 5,604 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 5,060 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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LA13 OLX is a 2012 BMW 740 in Gold with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 75,346 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 LA13 OLX, 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 14 years old, this BMW 740 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA13 OLX registered?

LA13 OLX is a 2012 BMW 740, first registered on 1 January 2012.

Is LA13 OLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA13 OLX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LA13 OLX have outstanding finance?

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