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145 HHW

1998 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,339 mi
Last recorded48,339 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration145 HHW
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 48,339 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 47,819 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2024 47,817 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 47,554 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 47,549 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 46,795 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 44,369 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 43,971 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 43,273 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 42,733 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 41,822 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 41,292 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 40,373 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 39,645 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 37,602 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 37,399 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 37,395 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 36,670 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 36,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Deep cut in off side front tyre deep enogh to reach cords - also other small cuts

Pass 4 Aug 2009 34,741 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 33,517 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 31,673 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 29,703 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 28,387 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 735?

Based on 51,279 MOT tests across 5,701 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
4,383
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
5,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,292
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,707
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,582
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,237
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145 HHW is a 1998 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 114,202 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 735 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 145 HHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 735 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 145 HHW registered?

145 HHW is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is 145 HHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 145 HHW shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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