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P495 TDX

1997 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

281,904 mi
Last recorded281,904 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP495 TDX
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 281,904 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215 65 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2018 280,139 miles

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

Offside Front brake slight binding

Pass 24 May 2017 265,380 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2016 257,010 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 241,911 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 234,983 miles
Pass 27 May 2013 216,001 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 200,522 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 200,522 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 181,583 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 180,216 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 176,722 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 170,735 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 165,516 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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P495 TDX is a 1997 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P495 TDX, 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.

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What year was P495 TDX registered?

P495 TDX is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P495 TDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P495 TDX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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