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V629 FBY

1999 BMW 735

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,596 mi
Last recorded132,596 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1999 BMW 735108,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV629 FBY
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 132,596 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2017 132,146 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 127,220 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 122,744 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 122,744 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Coolant leak

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 107,388 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2012 100,973 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 99,328 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 97,671 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 94,959 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 92,218 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 86,385 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 86,385 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 70,017 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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V629 FBY is a 1999 BMW 735 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 V629 FBY, 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 V629 FBY registered?

V629 FBY is a 1999 BMW 735, first registered on 2 September 1999.

Is V629 FBY safe to buy?

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