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G475 AFW

1989 BMW 730

Grey Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 BMW 730144,573 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG475 AFW
MakeBMW
Model730
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Sep 2021 189,342 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 10 Sep 2021 189,342 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 189,313 miles

Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 7 Nov 2018 188,977 miles

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 7 Nov 2018 188,977 miles

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2013 188,956 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 188,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 188,721 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 188,480 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 188,480 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 187,020 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 186,472 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 184,475 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 180,995 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 178,722 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 730?

Based on 226,495 MOT tests across 21,689 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,857
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
21,689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,448
position lamp(s) not working 2,801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,342
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,163
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G475 AFW is a 1989 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 144,573 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 730 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G475 AFW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 730 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this BMW 730 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G475 AFW?

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What year was G475 AFW registered?

G475 AFW is a 1989 BMW 730, first registered on 15 December 1989.

Is G475 AFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G475 AFW shows 16 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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