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R71 GKK

1998 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR71 GKK
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2011
Fail 26 May 2011

Offside Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Pass 21 May 2010 43,647 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 132,452 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 125,708 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 125,708 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 110,728 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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R71 GKK is a 1998 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R71 GKK, 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.

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What year was R71 GKK registered?

R71 GKK is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R71 GKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R71 GKK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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