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ST61 RYB

2012 BMW 740

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

186,931 mi
Last recorded186,931 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 74075,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST61 RYB
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 186,931 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly pink (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn diff bushes slightly perished (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 176,829 miles

Nearside Front head lamp slighly pink

Pass 22 Aug 2023 168,289 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 168,289 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 162,626 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 153,149 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2021 153,149 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 145,809 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 138,174 miles

Nearside Front tyre cut on outer side wall

Fail 27 Sep 2019 138,174 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Front tyre cut on outer side wall

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 118,936 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 110,233 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside oil dampness from diff seal

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 89,579 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 68,740 miles

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

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

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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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ST61 RYB is a 2012 BMW 740 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 75,346 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 ST61 RYB, 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 14 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 ST61 RYB registered?

ST61 RYB is a 2012 BMW 740, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is ST61 RYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST61 RYB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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