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J298 CSA

1991 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,879 mi
Last recorded122,879 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2008
Typical for 1991 BMW 735137,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ298 CSA
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2008 122,879 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 118,722 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 115,979 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 115,979 miles

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

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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J298 CSA is a 1991 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J298 CSA, 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

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What year was J298 CSA registered?

J298 CSA is a 1991 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J298 CSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J298 CSA shows 4 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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