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D735 HWU

1986 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

116,554 mi
Last recorded116,554 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW 735114,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD735 HWU
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 116,554 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 115,364 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 115,364 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

exhaust has a minor leak

Pass 9 Apr 2022 115,194 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 115,070 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 114,760 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 112,903 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 112,417 miles

slight movement in both rear pitman arms

Pass 17 May 2016 112,417 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 112,390 miles

slight movement in both rear pitman arms

Pass 21 May 2014 112,390 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 110,355 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 110,338 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 109,803 miles

o/s/r tyre tread getting very low on edges

Pass 18 Nov 2009 109,633 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 109,042 miles

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

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 26 Nov 2007 108,661 miles

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 16 Nov 2006 107,842 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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D735 HWU is a 1986 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1986 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 114,146 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 D735 HWU, 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 40 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 D735 HWU?

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What year was D735 HWU registered?

D735 HWU is a 1986 BMW 735, first registered on 20 August 1986.

Is D735 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D735 HWU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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