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Y838 HAR

2001 BMW 735

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

59,541 mi
Last recorded59,541 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 735101,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY838 HAR
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 59,541 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 59,541 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 55,785 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 51,835 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 49,794 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 47,339 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 44,969 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 May 2020 43,678 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 41,963 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 40,328 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 38,919 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 37,090 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2015 35,023 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

auto fluid is leaking will need further investigation due to under trays being in the way

front number plate is cracked

Pass 7 Feb 2014 30,429 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 27,453 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 24,862 miles

O/S/R tyre worn on the edges rest of the tread is on 3mm

n/s/f tyre worn on the edges

Pass 15 Nov 2010 22,243 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 20,814 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 18,426 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 15,986 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 13,769 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 11,671 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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Y838 HAR is a 2001 BMW 735 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 Y838 HAR, 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 Y838 HAR registered?

Y838 HAR is a 2001 BMW 735, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y838 HAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y838 HAR shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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