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R348 FAN

1997 BMW 735

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

193,871 mi
Last recorded193,871 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR348 FAN
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013 193,871 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 193,848 miles

brake warning light on

struggles to drive in forward gears

Pass 31 Dec 2010 193,269 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 193,242 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 192,868 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 192,868 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 192,179 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 182,032 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 182,032 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R348 FAN is a 1997 BMW 735 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R348 FAN, 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

How do I check the history of R348 FAN?

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What year was R348 FAN registered?

R348 FAN is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R348 FAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R348 FAN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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