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P123 JMD

1997 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,518 mi
Last recorded44,518 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP123 JMD
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2025 44,518 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 44,346 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 44,004 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 43,532 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 42,926 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 41,740 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 40,951 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 40,282 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 39,660 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 38,644 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 36,060 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 35,121 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 34,102 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 34,093 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 33,314 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 32,333 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 31,526 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 30,642 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 30,262 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 29,471 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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P123 JMD is a 1997 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 P123 JMD, 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

How do I check the history of P123 JMD?

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What year was P123 JMD registered?

P123 JMD is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P123 JMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P123 JMD shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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