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P669 LHK

1997 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,230 mi
Last recorded63,230 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP669 LHK
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 63,230 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 62,573 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 61,439 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 60,994 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 60,592 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 59,565 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 59,033 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 57,869 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 56,711 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 55,534 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 53,654 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 52,690 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 52,642 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 50,523 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 47,882 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 45,050 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 44,899 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 42,216 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 38,665 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 35,524 miles

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

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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P669 LHK is a 1997 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P669 LHK, 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 P669 LHK registered?

P669 LHK is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 23 April 1997.

Is P669 LHK safe to buy?

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