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X972 FLD

2000 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,586 mi
Last recorded103,586 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 735102,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX972 FLD
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2017 103,586 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2015 99,643 miles

some underside corrosion in none prescribed areas

Pass 2 Dec 2014 94,553 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 94,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 83,590 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 80,823 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 80,823 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Side repeater obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 80,814 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 76,681 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

slight play in steering mechanism

Pass 9 Dec 2008 76,681 miles

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

slight play in steering mechanism

Pass 10 Dec 2007 66,985 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 66,984 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 53,959 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 53,947 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front gril loose

Pass 8 Dec 2005 39,270 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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X972 FLD is a 2000 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X972 FLD, 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 X972 FLD?

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What year was X972 FLD registered?

X972 FLD is a 2000 BMW 735, first registered on 30 November 2000.

Is X972 FLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X972 FLD shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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