Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1999 BMW 750?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1999 BMW 750?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1999 BMW 750?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 1999 BMW 750 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

20% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 1999 BMW 750 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles, the 1999 BMW 750 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 1999 BMW 750?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 1999 BMW 750 are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (58.5% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (57% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (41.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1999 BMW 750?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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BMW 750 (1999)

110 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76% first-time pass rate

1999 BMW 750

CarHunch analysed 110 real MOT records for the 1999 BMW 750. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 1999 BMW 750 passes its MOT on the first attempt only 75.9% of the time, slightly below the UK average of 80%, and exactly one in five of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect—a genuinely concerning safety issue for a buyer to take seriously. Petrol and diesel breakdowns aren't relevant here, but the 20% dangerous defect rate is the real story and warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a specialist.

These cars are covering roughly their expected mileage for age at 104,750 miles median, yet they're racking up an average of 3 failures and nearly 14 advisories per test, which suggests ageing components and creeping wear across multiple systems. Before buying, insist on a full BMW specialist inspection focusing on cooling systems, electrics, and suspension—these luxury cars get expensive quickly once they start failing.

We have limited data for the 1999 BMW 750 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

76%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

20%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.02

Over 11.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

105k

Middle half: 76k–130k

For context

These stats describe 110 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 110 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 58.5%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 35.1%

Oil leak · Oil leak, but not excessive · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · …

Brake wear 32.9%

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded · Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded · Brake pipe slightly corroded · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Exhaust & emissions 22.9%

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1999.

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Before you buy a 1999 BMW 750

Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 20% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 1999 BMW 750 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

104,750

typical

75,531

low mileage

130,358

high mileage

Half of all 1999 BMW 750 vehicles fall between 75,531 and 130,358 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 75,531 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 75,531–130,358 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1999 BMW 750s sit.

⚠ Over 175,983 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

1999 BMW 750 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 43% of 1999 BMW 750s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 20 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (43% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

11.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.02

Avg failures per vehicle

13.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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