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S388 GTV

1999 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,393 mi
Last recorded160,393 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2009
Typical for 1999 BMW 735108,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS388 GTV
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2009 160,393 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 160,286 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2008 158,893 miles

evidence of old fuel leak at tank

Pass 21 Apr 2007 141,348 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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S388 GTV is a 1999 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 108,009 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 S388 GTV, 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 27 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 S388 GTV?

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What year was S388 GTV registered?

S388 GTV is a 1999 BMW 735, first registered on 19 February 1999.

Is S388 GTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S388 GTV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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