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PYM 318F

1988 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

154,865 mi
Last recorded154,865 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW 735146,829 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYM 318F
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 154,865 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 154,700 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 153,331 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 152,299 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 151,494 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 151,494 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 151,128 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2018 151,103 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Intermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2017 150,607 miles

Offside Lower steering idler worn

Pass 4 Nov 2011 150,572 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 150,033 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007
Fail 8 Nov 2007

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 145,196 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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PYM 318F is a 1988 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1988 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 146,829 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 PYM 318F, 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 38 years old, this BMW 735 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PYM 318F registered?

PYM 318F is a 1988 BMW 735, first registered on 22 April 1988.

Is PYM 318F safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYM 318F shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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