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A735 SYK

1983 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,234 mi
Last recorded168,234 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW 735119,518 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA735 SYK
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Mar 2023 168,234 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Rear and Center all marked (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Both front floor pans (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front and rear brake discs rusty

Underside of car rusty

Pass 4 Nov 2016 169,900 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 169,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 160,701 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 169,374 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 168,234 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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A735 SYK is a 1983 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 119,518 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 A735 SYK, 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 43 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 A735 SYK registered?

A735 SYK is a 1983 BMW 735, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A735 SYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A735 SYK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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