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G188 PYJ

1989 BMW 735

Bronze Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

238,286 mi
Last recorded238,286 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2008
Typical for 1989 BMW 735141,653 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG188 PYJ
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1989
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2008 238,286 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 18 Jun 2008 238,286 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 237,311 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 235,456 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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G188 PYJ is a 1989 BMW 735 in Bronze with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 141,653 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 G188 PYJ, 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 37 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 G188 PYJ registered?

G188 PYJ is a 1989 BMW 735, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G188 PYJ safe to buy?

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