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A18 MDD

1985 BMW 735

Bronze Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

147,205 mi
Last recorded147,205 miles
Recorded on8 May 2009
Typical for 1985 BMW 735127,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 MDD
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1985
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2009 147,205 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 147,205 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Fail 12 May 2008 145,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 May 2008 145,840 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 144,640 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 144,640 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 143,151 miles

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

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

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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A18 MDD is a 1985 BMW 735 in Bronze with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1985 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 127,560 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A18 MDD, 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 41 years old, this BMW 735 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A18 MDD?

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What year was A18 MDD registered?

A18 MDD is a 1985 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is A18 MDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 MDD shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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