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R669 LGK

1997 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,843 mi
Last recorded131,843 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR669 LGK
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2013 131,843 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 131,843 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 122,617 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 113,579 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 109,730 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 103,598 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 94,319 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 93,439 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 85,781 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 85,771 miles

Brake warning device not working correctly (3.3.D.3a)

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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R669 LGK is a 1997 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R669 LGK, 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 R669 LGK registered?

R669 LGK is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 15 November 1997.

Is R669 LGK safe to buy?

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