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P135 CPJ

1997 BMW 735

White Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,995 mi
Last recorded137,995 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP135 CPJ
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2011 137,995 miles

plastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

rear lower wishbones surface corrosion

Pass 24 Jun 2010 131,643 miles

front brake discs worn

plastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

rear brake discs worn

Pass 13 Jul 2009 126,244 miles

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

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

plastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2008 119,610 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 119,610 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Very slight play in both rear wheels.

Pass 25 Jun 2007 114,630 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 110,081 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE IS WORN ON THE OUTER EDGE

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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P135 CPJ is a 1997 BMW 735 in White with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P135 CPJ, 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

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What year was P135 CPJ registered?

P135 CPJ is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 4 January 1997.

Is P135 CPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P135 CPJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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