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S655 DGP

1999 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,139 mi
Last recorded120,139 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2012
Typical for 1999 BMW 735108,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS655 DGP
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2012 120,139 miles

Airbag light on

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 112,529 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 100,612 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 96,238 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 88,324 miles

ADVISE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYING ON

Pass 7 Feb 2007 75,575 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 75,575 miles

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

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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S655 DGP is a 1999 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S655 DGP, 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 S655 DGP?

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What year was S655 DGP registered?

S655 DGP is a 1999 BMW 735, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S655 DGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S655 DGP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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