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A3 SKU

1990 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

137,458 mi
Last recorded137,458 miles
Recorded on26 May 2005
Typical for 1990 BMW 735137,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 SKU
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2005 137,458 miles
Fail 12 May 2005 137,457 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)

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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A3 SKU is a 1990 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 137,621 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A3 SKU, 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 36 years old, this BMW 735 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 SKU registered?

A3 SKU is a 1990 BMW 735, first registered on 2 August 1990.

Is A3 SKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 SKU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A3 SKU have outstanding finance?

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