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A14 STN

1987 BMW 735

Bronze Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

227,057 mi
Last recorded227,057 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2012
Typical for 1987 BMW 735136,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 STN
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1987
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2012 227,057 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 227,057 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 18 Dec 2010 227,976 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 227,968 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 227,958 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 227,958 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 227,858 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 226,079 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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A14 STN is a 1987 BMW 735 in Bronze with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 136,070 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 A14 STN, 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 39 years old, this BMW 735 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A14 STN registered?

A14 STN is a 1987 BMW 735, first registered on 14 August 1987.

Is A14 STN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 STN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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