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P908 HMO

1997 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,110 mi
Last recorded45,110 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP908 HMO
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 45,110 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 44,520 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 42,047 miles

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing centre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

full undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2022 41,363 miles

engine cover

front number plate showing deterioration

under shield

Pass 7 Dec 2021 40,065 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine cover

front number plate showing deterioration

under shield

Pass 23 Jun 2020 38,973 miles

Front wipers smearing.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 14 May 2019 38,546 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 22 May 2018 37,195 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 25 May 2017 35,201 miles

engine cover

under shield

Pass 10 May 2016 34,197 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 34,074 miles

Both front tyres wearing/split on edges.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 May 2014 33,829 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 33,560 miles

Slight oil leak NSF

Pass 14 May 2012 33,066 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2011 32,553 miles

Light misting of fluid nearside front undertray. Possibly power steering fluid.

Pass 14 May 2010 32,057 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 30,970 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2009 30,970 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 30,194 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2008 30,194 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 29,185 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 28,480 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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P908 HMO is a 1997 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P908 HMO, 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 P908 HMO registered?

P908 HMO is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P908 HMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P908 HMO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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