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R291 VKL

1998 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

67,567 mi
Last recorded67,567 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 VKL
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 67,567 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 67,564 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 67,560 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 67,557 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 67,546 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 67,540 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 67,533 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 67,513 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 67,488 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 67,480 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 67,395 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 67,233 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 67,112 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 67,014 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 66,899 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 66,726 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 66,583 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 64,682 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 64,682 miles

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Pass 8 May 2008 61,298 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 57,638 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 53,117 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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R291 VKL is a 1998 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1998 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 114,202 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 R291 VKL, 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 28 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R291 VKL?

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What year was R291 VKL registered?

R291 VKL is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R291 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R291 VKL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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