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W242 LCF

2000 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,152 mi
Last recorded81,152 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2012
Typical for 2000 BMW 735102,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW242 LCF
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2012 81,152 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 79,444 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 77,343 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 74,176 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 91,577 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 85,733 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 84,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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W242 LCF is a 2000 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 102,713 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 W242 LCF, 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 26 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 W242 LCF registered?

W242 LCF is a 2000 BMW 735, first registered on 21 March 2000.

Is W242 LCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W242 LCF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W242 LCF have outstanding finance?

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