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R107 UYW

1998 BMW 740

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

25,563 mi
Last recorded25,563 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW 740115,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR107 UYW
MakeBMW
Model740
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 25,563 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 25,549 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2025 25,548 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn leaking oil (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 25,510 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 25,474 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 25,473 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 25,420 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 25,367 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cracking to outer side wall

Nearside Rear tyre has cracking to outer side wall

Offside Front tyre has cracking to outer side wall

Offside Rear tyre has cracking to outer side wall

Fail 13 Nov 2020 25,367 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre has cracking to outer side wall

Nearside Rear tyre has cracking to outer side wall

Offside Front tyre has cracking to outer side wall

Offside Rear tyre has cracking to outer side wall

Fail 26 Oct 2020 25,359 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 25,249 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 25,134 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 25,071 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2016 24,908 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 24,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cracking

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking

Offside Front Tyre cracking

Offside Rear Tyre cracking

Pass 12 Feb 2015 24,404 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 24,230 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 23,837 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 23,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2012 23,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2011 23,182 miles

slight oil leak on nearside off engine

Pass 16 Feb 2010 22,585 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 22,171 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 21,423 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 20,758 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 20,122 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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R107 UYW is a 1998 BMW 740 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1998 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 115,008 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 R107 UYW, 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 28 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 R107 UYW registered?

R107 UYW is a 1998 BMW 740, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R107 UYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R107 UYW shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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