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AKZ 2189

1998 BMW 735

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

149,174 mi
Last recorded149,174 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 2189
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2015 149,174 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 147,187 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 145,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2013 144,392 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

bad oil leak

noise from gearbox area

Pass 6 Jun 2012 140,384 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 131,810 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2011 131,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

3rd brake light not working

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f tyre wearing very low on outer edge

Pass 3 Jun 2010 122,264 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 112,617 miles

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 26 Jun 2008 105,545 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 94,975 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 94,975 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight leak from centre exhaust joint

Pass 29 Jun 2006 86,519 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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AKZ 2189 is a 1998 BMW 735 in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 114,202 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 AKZ 2189, 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 28 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 AKZ 2189 registered?

AKZ 2189 is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is AKZ 2189 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKZ 2189 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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