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F962 VNV

1988 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

27,240 mi
Last recorded27,240 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2007
Typical for 1988 BMW 735146,829 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF962 VNV
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2007 27,240 miles

offside and nearside rear main brake pipes corroded

on re-examination unable to fully inspect welding on inner sills due to under seal

slight play in nearside front lower ball joint

slight play in offside front anti roll bar link pin

Fail 27 Jul 2007 27,240 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded

offside and nearside rear main brake pipes corroded

silght play in nearside front lower ball joint

slight play in offside front antiroll bar link pin

Fail 15 Mar 2007 27,203 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

plastic side skirts fitted, unable to check for corrosion

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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F962 VNV is a 1988 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 F962 VNV, 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

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What year was F962 VNV registered?

F962 VNV is a 1988 BMW 735, first registered on 8 November 1988.

Is F962 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F962 VNV shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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