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W459 RRU

2000 BMW 740

Red Lpg 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

142,922 mi
Last recorded142,922 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW459 RRU
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 142,922 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 142,509 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 128,556 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 118,744 miles

Front wipers scrap glass but also clear screen.

Oil leaks.

Parking brake travel quite low.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Jun 2013 118,744 miles

Front wipers scrap glass but also clear screen.

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leaks.

Parking brake travel quite low.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 110,878 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 109,010 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 107,341 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 105,224 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 100,401 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 93,728 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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W459 RRU is a 2000 BMW 740 in Red with a 4,398cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W459 RRU, 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 W459 RRU registered?

W459 RRU is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 23 March 2000.

Is W459 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W459 RRU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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