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X147 AJF

2000 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

136,043 mi
Last recorded136,043 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 735102,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX147 AJF
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 136,043 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2024 133,266 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 129,269 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 126,945 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 124,943 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 122,635 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 120,248 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 117,774 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 112,769 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 108,323 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 105,236 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 100,132 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

n/s/f idler arm has slight play.

Pass 30 Jan 2015 100,132 miles

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

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

n/s/f idler arm has slight play.

Pass 30 Jan 2014 92,778 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 92,192 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 89,665 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 86,431 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 71,378 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 68,307 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 63,379 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 63,379 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 19 May 2006 58,065 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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X147 AJF is a 2000 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X147 AJF, 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 X147 AJF registered?

X147 AJF is a 2000 BMW 735, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X147 AJF safe to buy?

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