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H828 BGJ

1990 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,691 mi
Last recorded108,691 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW 735137,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH828 BGJ
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 108,691 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 108,545 miles

Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel both sides (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 107,668 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 22 Aug 2022 107,622 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 Front. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 107,432 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general under body surface and suspension rust

Fail 19 Feb 2021 107,432 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general under body surface and suspension rust

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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H828 BGJ is a 1990 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 H828 BGJ, 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 H828 BGJ registered?

H828 BGJ is a 1990 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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