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M121 MYM

1995 BMW 740

Red Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

78,180 mi
Last recorded78,180 miles
Recorded on10 May 2014
Typical for 1995 BMW 740124,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM121 MYM
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2014 78,180 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 78,243 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Nov 2012 78,242 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 69,781 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 16 Feb 2010 53,691 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 53,508 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 48,628 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 40,062 miles

condensation in near side head lamp

oil leak

slight exhaust blow

slight play in nearside steering idler

Fail 13 Jun 2007 40,062 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

condensation in near side head lamp

oil leak

slight exhaust blow

slight play in nearside steering idler

Pass 11 Jul 2006 36,921 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 35,247 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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M121 MYM is a 1995 BMW 740 in Red with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1995 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 124,811 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 M121 MYM, 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 31 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 M121 MYM registered?

M121 MYM is a 1995 BMW 740, first registered on 21 June 1995.

Is M121 MYM safe to buy?

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