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E971 AAW

1987 BMW 735

Blue Lpg 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,062 mi
Last recorded148,062 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 1987 BMW 735136,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE971 AAW
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2013 148,062 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 138,063 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 May 2011 127,975 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 11,668 miles
Pass 18 May 2008 107,452 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2007 106,362 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 102,477 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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E971 AAW is a 1987 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,430cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E971 AAW, 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 E971 AAW registered?

E971 AAW is a 1987 BMW 735, first registered on 4 August 1987.

Is E971 AAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E971 AAW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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