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FFL 407V

1980 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,321 mi
Last recorded83,321 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2006
Typical for 1980 BMW 73589,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFL 407V
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2006 83,321 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 292,062 miles

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

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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FFL 407V is a 1980 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 89,660 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 FFL 407V, 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 46 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 FFL 407V registered?

FFL 407V is a 1980 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is FFL 407V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFL 407V shows 2 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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