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X88 PEN

2000 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,501 mi
Last recorded47,501 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 735102,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX88 PEN
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 47,501 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 45,288 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 43,678 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 43,267 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 42,632 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 42,395 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 42,337 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 42,306 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 42,011 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 41,484 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 41,174 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 40,798 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 40,798 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 40,282 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 39,676 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 39,297 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 39,297 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 38,151 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 37,800 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 37,058 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 35,449 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 34,189 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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X88 PEN is a 2000 BMW 735 in Blue 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 X88 PEN, 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 X88 PEN?

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What year was X88 PEN registered?

X88 PEN is a 2000 BMW 735, first registered on 30 October 2000.

Is X88 PEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X88 PEN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X88 PEN have outstanding finance?

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