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UIB 816

1988 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,216 mi
Last recorded128,216 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2006
Typical for 1988 BMW 735146,829 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUIB 816
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2006 128,216 miles

slight play in both rear anti link bar bushes

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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UIB 816 is a 1988 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 146,829 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 UIB 816, 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 38 years old, this BMW 735 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UIB 816?

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What year was UIB 816 registered?

UIB 816 is a 1988 BMW 735, first registered on 16 August 1988.

Is UIB 816 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UIB 816 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UIB 816 have outstanding finance?

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