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J554 SEB

1991 BMW 735

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,389 mi
Last recorded163,389 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2011
Typical for 1991 BMW 735137,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ554 SEB
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2011 163,389 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

both inner sills undersealed

front to rear fuel + brake pipes undersealed

front tyres worn inner edge

o/s wiper smeary

o/s/r tyre worn low

sill kit fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2010 162,345 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play in steering system

Pass 1 May 2009 161,038 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 158,734 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 156,817 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 May 2006 154,817 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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J554 SEB is a 1991 BMW 735 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J554 SEB, 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 J554 SEB registered?

J554 SEB is a 1991 BMW 735, first registered on 15 November 1991.

Is J554 SEB safe to buy?

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