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V539 LYS

1999 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

127,898 mi
Last recorded127,898 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 BMW 735108,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV539 LYS
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 127,898 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 123,602 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2015 123,602 miles

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

Centre Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 118,270 miles

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

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 115,260 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 112,123 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 106,935 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 100,472 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 94,829 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 88,503 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 75,545 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 65,891 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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V539 LYS is a 1999 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 V539 LYS, 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

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What year was V539 LYS registered?

V539 LYS is a 1999 BMW 735, first registered on 18 November 1999.

Is V539 LYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V539 LYS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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