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F992 UPD

1988 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

266,427 mi
Last recorded266,427 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 1988 BMW 735146,829 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF992 UPD
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2021 266,427 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 266,142 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 264,689 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 263,238 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 261,678 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 258,717 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 254,610 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 250,782 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 244,821 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 243,580 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 242,183 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 236,286 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 227,192 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 221,010 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 213,460 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 200,590 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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F992 UPD is a 1988 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F992 UPD, 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 F992 UPD registered?

F992 UPD is a 1988 BMW 735, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F992 UPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F992 UPD shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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