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V898 FLM

1999 BMW 735

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,403 mi
Last recorded136,403 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2014
Typical for 1999 BMW 735108,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV898 FLM
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2014 136,403 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 128,853 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 125,629 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 125,629 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 116,457 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 112,558 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 108,235 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 97,880 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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V898 FLM is a 1999 BMW 735 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V898 FLM, 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 V898 FLM?

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What year was V898 FLM registered?

V898 FLM is a 1999 BMW 735, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V898 FLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V898 FLM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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