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W885 OSA

2000 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,523 mi
Last recorded124,523 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2012
Typical for 2000 BMW 735102,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW885 OSA
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2012 124,523 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 115,308 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 104,268 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 104,268 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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W885 OSA is a 2000 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W885 OSA, 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

How do I check the history of W885 OSA?

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What year was W885 OSA registered?

W885 OSA is a 2000 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W885 OSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W885 OSA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W885 OSA have outstanding finance?

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