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BMW 740

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 4,398 cc

C6 TROMOT history

C6 TRO is a black petrol BMW 740 first used on 8 Oct 1997. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 79,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2025
Mileage
79,039 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 TRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
740
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
8 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

C6 TRO was last recorded at 79,039 miles on 26 Nov 2024, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,010 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
1,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 79,039 miles
  • 2023 – 77,737 miles
  • 2018 – 77,401 miles
  • 2016 – 75,254 miles
  • 2015 – 73,332 miles
  • 2014 – 70,910 miles
  • 2013 – 68,528 miles
  • 2012 – 66,240 miles
  • 2011 – 63,403 miles
  • 2010 – 60,613 miles
  • 2009 – 57,837 miles
  • 2008 – 55,164 miles
  • 2007 – 52,242 miles
  • 2006 – 50,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,039 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,039 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    79,039 miles
    Test number
    984503868924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail79,010 miles (+1,273)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,010 miles
    Test number
    770195751655
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively Loose (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened All arms too (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass77,737 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    77,737 miles
    Test number
    385780491391
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Powersteering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail77,710 miles (+309)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,710 miles
    Test number
    751955205797
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid leak

  5. Pass77,401 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,401 miles
    Test number
    274694879141
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen washer weak

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    598742513396
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. FailMileage not read2 dangerous8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    466153942736
    • DangerousFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFluid suspension pipe leaking valve at rear (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass75,254 miles (+1,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,254 miles
    Test number
    280602440750
    • AdvisoryBrake, suspension and fuel pipes rusted and greased.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers weak.

  9. Pass73,332 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    73,332 miles
    Test number
    748694635176
    • NoteFuel pipes and suspension pipes rusted.

  10. Fail73,312 miles (+2,402)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,312 miles
    Test number
    146962835121
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipes and suspension pipes rusted.

  11. Pass70,910 miles (+2,382)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,910 miles
    Test number
    129730344120
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on inner edges.
    • NoteFuel,suspension and brake pipes heavily corroded - some greased.
    • NoteOffside door mirror glass faded, but still useable.

  12. Pass68,528 miles (+2,288)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,528 miles
    Test number
    589770443182
    • NoteBrake and suspension pipes heavily rusted and greased.

  13. Pass66,240 miles (+2,837)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    66,240 miles
    Test number
    519581832185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,403 miles (+2,790)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,403 miles
    Test number
    408903631198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,613 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,613 miles
    Test number
    404211640156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,601 miles (+95)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,601 miles
    Test number
    253699330466
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  17. Fail60,506 miles (+2,669)3 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,506 miles
    Test number
    770730210186
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass57,837 miles (+2,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    57,837 miles
    Test number
    254341419104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass55,164 miles (+2,922)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    55,164 miles
    Test number
    894634718125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,242 miles (+1,834)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,242 miles
    Test number
    872129007121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    50,408 miles
    Test number
    144658786405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C6 TRO

Does C6 TRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C6 TRO expired on 25 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C6 TRO?
The MOT on C6 TRO expired on 25 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C6 TRO done?
C6 TRO was recorded at 79,039 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2024, an average of 1,534 miles a year.
Has C6 TRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 TRO has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on C6 TRO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C6 TRO find?
C6 TRO passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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