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F740 SRX

1989 BMW 735

Bronze Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 BMW 735141,653 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF740 SRX
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1989
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2012

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2011
Fail 12 Dec 2011

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2010
Pass 14 Dec 2009 139,727 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 137,904 miles

nearside idler arm some movement

Pass 10 Dec 2007 135,568 miles

nearside idler arm slight movement

unable to check outersills due to covers

Pass 12 Dec 2006 133,096 miles

slight movement in steering idler arm

unable to check outer sills due to covers

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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F740 SRX is a 1989 BMW 735 in Bronze with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 F740 SRX, 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 F740 SRX?

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What year was F740 SRX registered?

F740 SRX is a 1989 BMW 735, first registered on 8 June 1989.

Is F740 SRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F740 SRX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F740 SRX have outstanding finance?

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