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G997 XBL

1989 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

272,083 mi
Last recorded272,083 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2006
Typical for 1989 BMW 735141,653 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG997 XBL
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2006 272,083 miles

Both front break disks worn.

Number plate has crack.

Fail 14 Feb 2006 272,021 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 31 Jan 2006 271,110 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

engine leaking oil down block on n/s

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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G997 XBL is a 1989 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 G997 XBL, 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.

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What year was G997 XBL registered?

G997 XBL is a 1989 BMW 735, first registered on 17 October 1989.

Is G997 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G997 XBL shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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