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SSC 201

2011 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

128,696 mi
Last recorded128,696 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 74078,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSC 201
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 128,696 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 108,153 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 105,725 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 17 Mar 2023 105,725 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2022 96,396 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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 92,235 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 83,203 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 78,720 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 74,160 miles

nearside rear brake pads getting low and discs needs to be measured

offside rear brake pads getting low and discs need to be measured

Pass 25 Jan 2017 58,970 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 42,531 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 23,037 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 23,025 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 17,962 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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SSC 201 is a 2011 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 78,720 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 SSC 201, 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 15 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 SSC 201 registered?

SSC 201 is a 2011 BMW 740, first registered on 11 January 2011.

Is SSC 201 safe to buy?

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