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A8 YMP

1997 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

138,817 mi
Last recorded138,817 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2012
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 YMP
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2012 138,817 miles

o/s/rear brake discs pitted

Fail 14 Mar 2012 138,817 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/rear brake discs pitted

Pass 15 Mar 2011 136,427 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 135,056 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 135,043 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 133,117 miles

both front tyres perished/cracking.

Fail 14 Apr 2009 133,117 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front tyres perished/cracking.

Pass 11 Apr 2008 131,443 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 129,553 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 126,880 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 126,880 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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A8 YMP is a 1997 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 117,541 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 A8 YMP, 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 29 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 A8 YMP registered?

A8 YMP is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A8 YMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 YMP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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