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P34 XRU

1996 BMW 735

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

120,316 mi
Last recorded120,316 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2014
Typical for 1996 BMW 735119,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP34 XRU
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2014 120,316 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 117,540 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 110,387 miles

parking brake lever in poor condition.

Fail 30 Sep 2010 102,950 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 102,950 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 100,481 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 98,101 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 95,613 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 2 Oct 2006 92,392 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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P34 XRU is a 1996 BMW 735 in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P34 XRU, 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

How do I check the history of P34 XRU?

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What year was P34 XRU registered?

P34 XRU is a 1996 BMW 735, first registered on 30 September 1996.

Is P34 XRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P34 XRU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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