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S247 BPH

1998 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,783 mi
Last recorded94,783 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2011
Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS247 BPH
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2011 94,783 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 7 Dec 2011 94,782 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 91,305 miles

both front fog lamps covered

both front tyre outer edges starting to wear

chip in windscreen

front no plate starting to disfigure

Pass 29 Oct 2009 86,706 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front and rear number plates de-laminating

Pass 5 Nov 2008 79,713 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 74,857 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

small cuts in outer sidewalls of both front tyres

Fail 6 Nov 2007 74,857 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

small cuts in outer sidewalls of both front tyres

Pass 20 Nov 2006 70,519 miles

Long travel on parking brake lever.

Pass 7 Nov 2005 62,842 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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S247 BPH is a 1998 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S247 BPH, 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 S247 BPH registered?

S247 BPH is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is S247 BPH safe to buy?

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