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R831 YEC

1998 BMW 735

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR831 YEC
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 8 Nov 2023

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 140,381 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged and leaking (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2022 140,381 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 133,081 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 127,203 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2020 127,129 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2020 126,660 miles
Fail 23 May 2020 126,660 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 125,833 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 125,724 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 125,724 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure nut loose (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure nut loose (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 123,301 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 122,641 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 121,906 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 121,143 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 119,263 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 117,152 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 115,461 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 115,459 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 112,819 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 112,722 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 108,502 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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R831 YEC is a 1998 BMW 735 in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R831 YEC, 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

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What year was R831 YEC registered?

R831 YEC is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R831 YEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R831 YEC shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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