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F75 PYF

1989 BMW 735

Beige Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

32,831 mi
Last recorded32,831 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW 735141,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF75 PYF
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 32,831 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Box Corroded

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Twin attachment bracket / mounting - Dust Covers Split

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Twin attachment bracket / mounting - Dust Covers Split

Pass 30 Apr 2024 32,263 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 32,626 miles

Emissions unable to be completed corrosion on middle exhaust box (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 29,608 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 29,608 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 26,865 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 26,286 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 26,238 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 26,014 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

nearside rear side wall Tyre slightly cut cord not exposed

Pass 21 Mar 2017 25,939 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 25,920 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 25,557 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 25,500 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2013 25,052 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 24,990 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 24,852 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 24,680 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 24,488 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 24,488 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 24,394 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 24,148 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 23,779 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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F75 PYF is a 1989 BMW 735 in Beige with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 F75 PYF, 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

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What year was F75 PYF registered?

F75 PYF is a 1989 BMW 735, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F75 PYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F75 PYF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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