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S253 GAN

1998 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

181,082 mi
Last recorded181,082 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS253 GAN
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 181,082 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 176,206 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 170,336 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 164,383 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 164,383 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 158,002 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 152,662 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 146,113 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 141,391 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 141,391 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 137,435 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 130,251 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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S253 GAN is a 1998 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S253 GAN, 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 S253 GAN?

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What year was S253 GAN registered?

S253 GAN is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S253 GAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S253 GAN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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