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M999 LYX

2014 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,136 mi
Last recorded160,136 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 74061,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM999 LYX
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 160,136 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 148,260 miles

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 16 Mar 2024 129,812 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 110,050 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 107,073 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 103,538 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 99,664 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 83,515 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 69,210 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 55,831 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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M999 LYX is a 2014 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2014 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 61,417 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 M999 LYX, 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 12 years old, this BMW 740 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M999 LYX?

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What year was M999 LYX registered?

M999 LYX is a 2014 BMW 740, first registered on 30 September 2014.

Is M999 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M999 LYX shows 10 tests 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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