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HIL 8520

1991 BMW 735

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

194,310 mi
Last recorded194,310 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW 735137,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIL 8520
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2025 194,310 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under the vehicle covered with under seal

Fail 24 Aug 2025 194,310 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under the vehicle covered with under seal

Pass 10 May 2023 194,287 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 194,287 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 191,697 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 191,182 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Apr 2021 191,182 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2012 191,065 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 190,641 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 190,003 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 187,812 miles

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

Nearside wiper will soon need replacing.

Offside front tyre has cuts in tread area,Not deep enough to reach ply or cords.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 186,060 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 182,356 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 180,112 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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HIL 8520 is a 1991 BMW 735 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1991 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 137,044 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 HIL 8520, 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 35 years old, this BMW 735 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HIL 8520?

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What year was HIL 8520 registered?

HIL 8520 is a 1991 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is HIL 8520 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIL 8520 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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