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Y251 RCB

2001 BMW 735

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,616 mi
Last recorded114,616 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 735101,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY251 RCB
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2015 114,616 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 113,338 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

engine light is on

engine under tray is damp ov oil

front brake pads are worn

Pass 25 Mar 2014 112,867 miles

Engine management light on

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2013 111,150 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 108,038 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 105,277 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 99,584 miles

bonnet damaged, grills insecure

both wiper blades worn

Fail 18 Mar 2010 99,584 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

bonnet damaged, grills insecure

both wiper blades worn

Pass 12 Mar 2009 90,387 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 82,000 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 76,198 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 76,198 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 65,569 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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Y251 RCB is a 2001 BMW 735 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y251 RCB, 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 Y251 RCB registered?

Y251 RCB is a 2001 BMW 735, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is Y251 RCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y251 RCB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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