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L88 LRW

1998 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,289 mi
Last recorded155,289 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2010
Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL88 LRW
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2010 155,289 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 155,289 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 145,164 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 127,831 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 116,737 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 108,864 miles

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

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

n/s rear spring fouling on plastic undershield

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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L88 LRW is a 1998 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 114,202 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 L88 LRW, 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 28 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L88 LRW?

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What year was L88 LRW registered?

L88 LRW is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is L88 LRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L88 LRW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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