1997 BMW 740 4.4L Petrol · R86 UBT
1997 BMW 740 (4.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 1997. Recorded mileage 47,247 miles. MOT expired on 20 Dec 2010. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- BMW 740
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Dec 2010
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,247 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 4.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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R86 UBT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/12/2009
- 47,247 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R86 UBT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 BMW 740 (R86 UBT) between December 2005 and December 2009.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
R86 UBT Mileage History
- 21/12/200595,116 mi
- 12/12/2006103,466 mi+8,350 mi
- 07/12/2007115,526 mi+12,060 mi
- 11/12/2008131,927 mi+16,401 mi
- 12/12/200947,247 mi-84,680 mi
Average of roughly -12,042 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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