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OIW 3716

1987 BMW 730

Grey Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,996 mi
Last recorded131,996 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2007
Typical for 1987 BMW 730133,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIW 3716
MakeBMW
Model730
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2007 131,996 miles

ADVISED cracks in rear side wall of tyre

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 129,686 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 125,138 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 730?

Based on 226,495 MOT tests across 21,689 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,857
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
21,689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,448
position lamp(s) not working 2,801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,342
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,163
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OIW 3716 is a 1987 BMW 730 in Grey with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 133,041 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 730 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OIW 3716, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 730 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 39 years old, this BMW 730 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OIW 3716?

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What year was OIW 3716 registered?

OIW 3716 is a 1987 BMW 730, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is OIW 3716 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OIW 3716 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OIW 3716 have outstanding finance?

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