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E518 RRP

1987 BMW 735

Green Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

194,326 mi
Last recorded194,326 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW 735136,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE518 RRP
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2026 194,326 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 194,321 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 194,305 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Jul 2016 194,169 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 193,807 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 192,765 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 192,432 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 191,301 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 189,895 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 188,888 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 188,888 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 188,068 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 187,037 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 184,681 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 181,489 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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E518 RRP is a 1987 BMW 735 in Green with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1987 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 136,070 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 E518 RRP, 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 39 years old, this BMW 735 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E518 RRP registered?

E518 RRP is a 1987 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E518 RRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E518 RRP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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