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X242 TGF

2000 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

172,102 mi
Last recorded172,102 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 BMW 735102,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX242 TGF
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Feb 2014 172,102 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 172,102 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 157,265 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 157,265 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Nov 2011 149,170 miles

PLAY NOTED IN N/S & O/S REAR UPPER-SUSPENSION ARMS.,,,,,,,,,,,,,(WHERE MARKED).............Thanx.

Pass 6 Dec 2010 139,053 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 133,440 miles

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

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

The O/S/F tyre wearing on the outter edge.

The air bag light on.

There is a stone chip in the window screen.

There is slight lift in the N/S/F steering idler.

There is slight play in both rear lower hub bushs.

Pass 1 Dec 2008 129,374 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 125,920 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 115,862 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 105,984 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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X242 TGF is a 2000 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X242 TGF, 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 X242 TGF registered?

X242 TGF is a 2000 BMW 735, first registered on 6 October 2000.

Is X242 TGF safe to buy?

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