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N277 KLB

1996 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

82,934 mi
Last recorded82,934 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW 735119,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN277 KLB
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 82,934 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 82,557 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 81,698 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 80,966 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 80,650 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 80,205 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 79,056 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play suspension arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 5 Feb 2020 79,056 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play suspension arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 76,017 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2019 76,017 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn arm rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 72,655 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 69,101 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2017 69,100 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut cracked not securing spring (2.4.G.1)

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

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

oil leak under engine

Pass 1 Mar 2016 65,604 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Feb 2016 65,604 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 60,458 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 60,458 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 57,131 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 53,646 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 18 Feb 2013 53,646 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 52,070 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 50,215 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 45,799 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 43,614 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 42,072 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 40,234 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 35,196 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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N277 KLB is a 1996 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 119,184 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 N277 KLB, 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 30 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 N277 KLB registered?

N277 KLB is a 1996 BMW 735, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N277 KLB safe to buy?

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