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S587 GAN

1998 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

161,016 mi
Last recorded161,016 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS587 GAN
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2012 161,016 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Feb 2011 157,357 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 155,603 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 155,576 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 153,682 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 149,768 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 142,865 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 142,865 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2005 136,806 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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S587 GAN 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 S587 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 S587 GAN?

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What year was S587 GAN registered?

S587 GAN is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S587 GAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S587 GAN shows 9 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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