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W616 ODW

2000 BMW 735

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

145,025 mi
Last recorded145,025 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2000 BMW 735102,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW616 ODW
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 145,025 miles

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 141,018 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2012 138,066 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 135,024 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 130,494 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 123,225 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 116,797 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 109,672 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 101,754 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 101,754 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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W616 ODW is a 2000 BMW 735 in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W616 ODW, 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.

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What year was W616 ODW registered?

W616 ODW is a 2000 BMW 735, first registered on 11 May 2000.

Is W616 ODW safe to buy?

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