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P735 TKX

1997 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

180,160 mi
Last recorded180,160 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP735 TKX
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2011 180,160 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

slight engine oil leaks

Pass 2 Oct 2010 170,989 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 157,682 miles

engine/rear axle oil leaks

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 16 Jun 2009 157,682 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

engine/rear axle oil leaks

Pass 8 Jan 2008 146,397 miles

slight engine/rear axle oil leaks

Pass 11 Dec 2006 135,535 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 135,530 miles

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

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

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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P735 TKX is a 1997 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P735 TKX, 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 P735 TKX registered?

P735 TKX is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is P735 TKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P735 TKX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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