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F430 ANT

1988 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,305 mi
Last recorded37,305 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW 735146,829 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF430 ANT
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 37,305 miles
Fail 28 May 2026 37,286 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 36,991 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 36,673 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 36,554 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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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F430 ANT is a 1988 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F430 ANT, 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 F430 ANT?

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What year was F430 ANT registered?

F430 ANT is a 1988 BMW 735, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F430 ANT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F430 ANT shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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