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S225 NHG

1998 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

173,510 mi
Last recorded173,510 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS225 NHG
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2013 173,510 miles

Both front tyres are worn on the edges

Pass 29 Oct 2011 167,420 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 155,267 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 149,915 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 149,899 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 145,017 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 141,675 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 141,675 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 138,046 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 138,046 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 131,711 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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S225 NHG is a 1998 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S225 NHG, 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

How do I check the history of S225 NHG?

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What year was S225 NHG registered?

S225 NHG is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 24 November 1998.

Is S225 NHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S225 NHG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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