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W61 CBW

2000 BMW 740

White Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

181,145 mi
Last recorded181,145 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 2000 BMW 740106,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW61 CBW
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2014 181,145 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f outer wheel rim damaged

Fail 22 Sep 2014 181,109 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f outer wheel rim damaged

Pass 13 Feb 2013 172,112 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 166,808 miles

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

Oil leak

smell of fuel at rear of car

Pass 17 Mar 2011 162,341 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 162,331 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 153,989 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 145,403 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 132,825 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 121,151 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 107,320 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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W61 CBW is a 2000 BMW 740 in White with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W61 CBW, 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 W61 CBW registered?

W61 CBW is a 2000 BMW 740, first registered on 30 March 2000.

Is W61 CBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W61 CBW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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