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E421 EBH

1987 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,987 mi
Last recorded56,987 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2008
Typical for 1987 BMW 735136,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE421 EBH
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2008 56,987 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2007 56,622 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 56,622 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Oil leak

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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E421 EBH is a 1987 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E421 EBH, 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 E421 EBH registered?

E421 EBH is a 1987 BMW 735, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E421 EBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E421 EBH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E421 EBH have outstanding finance?

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