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R84 VWO

1997 BMW 735

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,946 mi
Last recorded81,946 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 BMW 735117,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR84 VWO
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 81,946 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 79,344 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 79,344 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 77,661 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 72,583 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 69,874 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 67,139 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 62,061 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 62,061 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 60,083 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 60,083 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 57,023 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 54,609 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 54,609 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Apr 2008 49,719 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 49,719 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 49,159 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 43,231 miles

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

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

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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R84 VWO is a 1997 BMW 735 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R84 VWO, 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 R84 VWO registered?

R84 VWO is a 1997 BMW 735, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R84 VWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R84 VWO shows 18 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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