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AEZ 9239

1997 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEZ 9239
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2012

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nsf steering box joints slight play

nsr and osr tyre slight cracks in tread

osf brake pipe slightly corroded

rear brake discs slightly corroded

traction control light on

Fail 12 Mar 2012

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nsf steering box joints slight play

nsr and osr tyre slight cracks in tread

osf brake pipe slightly corroded

rear brake discs slightly corroded

traction control light on

Pass 20 Jul 2011
Fail 10 Feb 2011

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 14 Dec 2010

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

Pass 14 Dec 2009 102,711 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 99,241 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 97,537 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 92,979 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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AEZ 9239 is a 1997 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AEZ 9239, 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.

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What year was AEZ 9239 registered?

AEZ 9239 is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is AEZ 9239 safe to buy?

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