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P451 MLF

1996 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

125,268 mi
Last recorded125,268 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 1996 BMW 735119,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP451 MLF
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2013 125,268 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

steering squeeking

Pass 27 Oct 2011 115,886 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

rear exhaust heatshield loose

Fail 27 Oct 2011 115,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 27 Oct 2010 107,097 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2010 107,097 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 95,731 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 95,731 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 88,595 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 81,932 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 78,602 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 75,494 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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P451 MLF is a 1996 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P451 MLF, 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.

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What year was P451 MLF registered?

P451 MLF is a 1996 BMW 735, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P451 MLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P451 MLF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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