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FP51 XEN

2001 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

165,601 mi
Last recorded165,601 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 735101,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 XEN
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 165,601 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 156,645 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jan 2011 145,633 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 129,533 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

vehicle underbody showing signs of corrosion outside prescribed areas, reccommend underseal.

Pass 27 Sep 2008 122,143 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 116,103 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 112,355 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 112,355 miles

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

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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FP51 XEN is a 2001 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 101,744 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 FP51 XEN, 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 25 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 FP51 XEN registered?

FP51 XEN is a 2001 BMW 735, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is FP51 XEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 XEN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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