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P150 XDD

1997 BMW 740

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

191,626 mi
Last recorded191,626 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 BMW 740119,456 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP150 XDD
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 191,626 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 10 Nov 2015 191,607 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 9 Nov 2015 191,597 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking near tank in support (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 13 Jul 2011 186,327 miles

front discs worn.

Fail 9 Jul 2011 183,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front discs worn.

Pass 25 Jun 2010 174,815 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 174,768 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 161,669 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 149,021 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 132,618 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 119,487 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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P150 XDD is a 1997 BMW 740 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 119,456 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P150 XDD, 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 29 years old, this BMW 740 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P150 XDD registered?

P150 XDD is a 1997 BMW 740, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P150 XDD safe to buy?

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