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Y178 OLF

2001 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

128,109 mi
Last recorded128,109 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2011
Typical for 2001 BMW 735101,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY178 OLF
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2011 128,109 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 124,268 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 124,262 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)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2009 117,845 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 117,841 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 102,920 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 101,554 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 93,498 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front inner plastic wheel arch trim is insecure

Pass 18 May 2006 84,195 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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Y178 OLF is a 2001 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 101,744 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 Y178 OLF, 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 25 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y178 OLF registered?

Y178 OLF is a 2001 BMW 735, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is Y178 OLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y178 OLF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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