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A15 RWM

1989 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

136,523 mi
Last recorded136,523 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW 735141,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 RWM
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 136,523 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 135,685 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 134,939 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 134,246 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 133,764 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2021 133,009 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 129,519 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 1 Jun 2019 126,642 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 125,992 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 125,992 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 125,743 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt lower and upper (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 125,407 miles

Oil Leak

Pass 20 Mar 2015 124,811 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2014 124,209 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 4 Apr 2013 123,446 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 122,136 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Apr 2012 122,136 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2011 120,715 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 118,432 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 116,725 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 116,691 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 111,998 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear brake pipes corroding.

rear n/s fuel lines corroding.

Pass 16 Apr 2007 107,995 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 103,547 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 24 Feb 2006 103,547 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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A15 RWM is a 1989 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 1989 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 141,653 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 A15 RWM, 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 37 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 A15 RWM registered?

A15 RWM is a 1989 BMW 735, first registered on 2 March 1989.

Is A15 RWM safe to buy?

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