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F238 UGM

1989 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,402 mi
Last recorded151,402 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2007
Typical for 1989 BMW 735141,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF238 UGM
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2007 151,402 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 151,327 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 143,702 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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F238 UGM is a 1989 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 141,653 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F238 UGM, 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 37 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 F238 UGM?

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What year was F238 UGM registered?

F238 UGM is a 1989 BMW 735, first registered on 4 January 1989.

Is F238 UGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F238 UGM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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