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D9 BMW

1988 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

191,065 mi
Last recorded191,065 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW 735146,829 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD9 BMW
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 191,065 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 190,281 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 190,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2022 189,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 189,038 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 187,012 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 186,038 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2018 184,045 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2017 182,773 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2016 181,739 miles
Pass 31 May 2015 180,872 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2014 179,671 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 179,571 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 178,584 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 177,354 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 177,354 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 172,217 miles

rear brake discs distorted

Pass 26 Apr 2010 166,582 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 163,308 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 163,308 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 154,893 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 149,695 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 145,566 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 145,566 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

offside and nearside rear anti roll bar drop link bushes crack

Fail 28 Sep 2005 145,091 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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D9 BMW is a 1988 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1988 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 146,829 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 D9 BMW, 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 38 years old, this BMW 735 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D9 BMW?

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What year was D9 BMW registered?

D9 BMW is a 1988 BMW 735, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is D9 BMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D9 BMW shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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