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B88 BDV

1985 BMW 735

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,110 mi
Last recorded107,110 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2005
Typical for 1985 BMW 735127,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB88 BDV
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2005 107,110 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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B88 BDV is a 1985 BMW 735 in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B88 BDV, 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

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What year was B88 BDV registered?

B88 BDV is a 1985 BMW 735, first registered on 5 September 1985.

Is B88 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B88 BDV shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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