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S8 WSH

1998 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

19,865 mi
Last recorded19,865 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW 735114,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 WSH
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 19,865 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 19,719 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 19,580 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 19,580 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 19,528 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 19,400 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 19,197 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 18,806 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 18,579 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 18,421 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 18,147 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 17,813 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 17,540 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 17,331 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 16,948 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 16,756 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 16,119 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 15,382 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 15,017 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 12,911 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 11,870 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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S8 WSH is a 1998 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S8 WSH, 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

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What year was S8 WSH registered?

S8 WSH is a 1998 BMW 735, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S8 WSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S8 WSH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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