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J493 NHD

1991 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

170,240 mi
Last recorded170,240 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2012
Typical for 1991 BMW 735137,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ493 NHD
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Nov 2012 170,240 miles

Centre Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2011 159,748 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 159,748 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 151,141 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 138,120 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 138,120 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 134,747 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2008 134,746 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front left indicator lamp slightly insecure

Fail 20 Jun 2007 133,154 miles

Offside Outer Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both sides rear tyres have cracking to the outer tred close to the cords.

Pass 20 Jun 2007 133,154 miles

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

both sides rear tyres have cracking to the outer tred close to the cords.

Pass 4 Mar 2006 132,039 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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J493 NHD is a 1991 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 J493 NHD, 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 J493 NHD registered?

J493 NHD is a 1991 BMW 735, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J493 NHD safe to buy?

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