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Y833 TFG

2001 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,452 mi
Last recorded95,452 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 735101,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY833 TFG
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2021 95,452 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 94,963 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 93,435 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 92,435 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 86,965 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 85,988 miles

engine management light on

oil leaks

Fail 13 Apr 2016 85,967 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Steering pivot point has excessive play n/s/drop arm bush (2.2.B.1g)

engine management light on

oil leaks

Pass 17 Apr 2015 84,494 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light on

Fail 16 Apr 2015 81,430 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light on

Pass 31 Mar 2014 82,500 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 80,885 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 78,796 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 75,756 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 69,639 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 63,119 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 54,308 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 48,156 miles

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

Slight movement in N/s rear wheel

Pass 30 Mar 2006 39,507 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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Y833 TFG is a 2001 BMW 735 in Silver 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 Y833 TFG, 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 Y833 TFG registered?

Y833 TFG is a 2001 BMW 735, first registered on 19 April 2001.

Is Y833 TFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y833 TFG 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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