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W352 GYX

2000 BMW 740

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,455 mi
Last recorded140,455 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW352 GYX
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 140,455 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all steel (3.6.B.2c)

Front Oil leak engine ()

Pass 15 Jun 2016 140,253 miles

Front Oil leak engine ()

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 139,318 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 138,902 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2013 138,517 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2012 138,110 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 137,454 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 137,454 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 136,376 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 134,756 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 132,809 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 132,809 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 130,194 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 128,066 miles

Offside Rear Upper Trailing arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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W352 GYX is a 2000 BMW 740 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 106,363 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 W352 GYX, 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 26 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W352 GYX registered?

W352 GYX is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 27 March 2000.

Is W352 GYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W352 GYX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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