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LJ04 NEK

2004 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

67,484 mi
Last recorded67,484 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 73576,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 NEK
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2022 67,484 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 67,473 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 67,473 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 55,479 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 55,227 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 52,804 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 51,982 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 49,272 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 44,206 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 32,500 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 26,073 miles

chips in the windscreen

Pass 11 Feb 2010 3,576 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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LJ04 NEK is a 2004 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 76,805 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 LJ04 NEK, 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 22 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 LJ04 NEK?

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What year was LJ04 NEK registered?

LJ04 NEK is a 2004 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is LJ04 NEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ04 NEK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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