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R279 UKE

1997 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

35,459 mi
Last recorded35,459 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR279 UKE
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 35,459 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 35,458 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 35,455 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 35,428 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 35,378 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 35,220 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 35,190 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Oct 2017 35,190 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 35,141 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 35,096 miles

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 34,972 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 34,908 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 34,843 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 34,690 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 34,454 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 34,196 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 33,723 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 33,412 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 32,906 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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R279 UKE is a 1997 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R279 UKE, 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 R279 UKE registered?

R279 UKE is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 2 October 1997.

Is R279 UKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R279 UKE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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