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FO 8726

2003 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,677 mi
Last recorded140,677 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 73584,522 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFO 8726
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 140,677 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x 2 behind rear of fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Fail 25 Apr 2016 140,533 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n\s\r border line (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 131,623 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 122,687 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

brake pipes covered - unable to inspect fully

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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FO 8726 is a 2003 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 84,522 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 FO 8726, 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 23 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FO 8726 registered?

FO 8726 is a 2003 BMW 735, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is FO 8726 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FO 8726 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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