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BF51 LGO

2001 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

157,063 mi
Last recorded157,063 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW 735101,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 LGO
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 157,063 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 151,656 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 150,087 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides from inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 142,497 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both side (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake has slightly grabbing

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear parking brake service has just passed the test %16

Pass 9 Mar 2017 134,224 miles

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 127,623 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 118,050 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 118,050 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 107,008 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2013 104,198 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 98,837 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 93,803 miles

handbrake shoes noisey

Pass 15 Dec 2009 89,276 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 83,732 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 80,475 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 70,784 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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BF51 LGO is a 2001 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2001 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 101,744 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 BF51 LGO, 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 25 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 BF51 LGO registered?

BF51 LGO is a 2001 BMW 735, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is BF51 LGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 LGO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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