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Y596 LRN

2001 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

135,699 mi
Last recorded135,699 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 735101,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY596 LRN
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 135,699 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside and offside Sill covers fitted

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Underbody corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2026 135,698 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside and offside Sill covers fitted

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Underbody corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 134,146 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 133,432 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 130,248 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 125,994 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 118,483 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016
Pass 25 Jul 2014 114,874 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 114,212 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 112,943 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 112,433 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 102,356 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 94,992 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 87,572 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 87,572 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 84,151 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 80,114 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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Y596 LRN is a 2001 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y596 LRN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y596 LRN registered?

Y596 LRN is a 2001 BMW 735, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y596 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y596 LRN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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