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S653 AFF

1998 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS653 AFF
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016
Pass 9 Sep 2015
Pass 28 Aug 2012 119,448 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 119,189 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 117,311 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 108,742 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 108,742 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 107,098 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 106,238 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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S653 AFF 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 88.9%.

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 S653 AFF, 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 S653 AFF?

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What year was S653 AFF registered?

S653 AFF is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 19 August 1998.

Is S653 AFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S653 AFF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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