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G426 XRG

1990 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

177,873 mi
Last recorded177,873 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2011
Typical for 1990 BMW 735137,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG426 XRG
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2011 177,873 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

both outer sill jacking points very heavilly corroded but covered with plastic covers(unable to examine properly)

offside front brake binding on slightly

oil light flashing

Pass 26 Jun 2010 177,841 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 177,806 miles

corrosion affecting offside front floor/sill

exhaust hanger rubbers splitting

Fail 10 Jun 2009 177,806 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

corrosion affecting offside front floor/sill

exhaust hanger rubbers splitting

Pass 11 Jun 2008 177,728 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 177,710 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

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

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 170,770 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 170,756 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Boot will not open

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 165,271 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 165,271 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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G426 XRG is a 1990 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 137,621 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 G426 XRG, 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 36 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 G426 XRG registered?

G426 XRG is a 1990 BMW 735, first registered on 3 January 1990.

Is G426 XRG safe to buy?

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