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W278 BCF

2000 BMW 750

Green Petrol 5397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 BMW 75098,276 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 BCF
MakeBMW
Model750
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,397cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2011

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

air bag light on

all suspension pipes corroded

noise on o/s/r parking brake

rear brake discs scored /corroded

Fail 19 May 2011 210,423 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

air bag light on

all brake disc scored/corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2009 209,019 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 203,534 miles

interior mirror loose

Pass 25 Jul 2007 201,675 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006
Fail 5 Jul 2006

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front number plate is cracked - but still readable.

OSR number plate lamp is getting dim and lamp is slightly insecure.

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

Rear number plate is water marked - but still readable.

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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W278 BCF is a 2000 BMW 750 in Green with a 5,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 98,276 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 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W278 BCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 26 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W278 BCF registered?

W278 BCF is a 2000 BMW 750, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W278 BCF safe to buy?

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