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A870 MHJ

1983 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,768 mi
Last recorded93,768 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW 735119,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA870 MHJ
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2023 93,768 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 92,598 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 92,384 miles

Both rear brakes binding slightly

Slight blow exhaust system

Pass 29 Mar 2019 89,385 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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A870 MHJ is a 1983 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 A870 MHJ, 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.

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What year was A870 MHJ registered?

A870 MHJ is a 1983 BMW 735, first registered on 10 November 1983.

Is A870 MHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A870 MHJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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