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L7 VDK

1997 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,655 mi
Last recorded156,655 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 VDK
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2019 156,655 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside rear sill corroded

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

nearside rear sills corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2017

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint (7.1.2)

Oil leak near fillter ()

brake pipes starting to rust near tank

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection above

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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L7 VDK is a 1997 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 117,541 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 L7 VDK, 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 29 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L7 VDK registered?

L7 VDK is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is L7 VDK safe to buy?

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