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R705 PEO

1997 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

134,127 mi
Last recorded134,127 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR705 PEO
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 134,127 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 132,029 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2020 129,641 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 125,374 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 119,907 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 118,470 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 114,138 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 109,951 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 109,950 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/60/16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/60/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 108,100 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 105,819 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 103,618 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 100,219 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 96,239 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 92,068 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 89,071 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 85,545 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 81,522 miles

near side rear handbrake low reading

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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R705 PEO is a 1997 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R705 PEO, 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 R705 PEO?

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What year was R705 PEO registered?

R705 PEO is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R705 PEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R705 PEO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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