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K186 YJB

1993 BMW 730

Silver Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,547 mi
Last recorded95,547 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2012
Typical for 1993 BMW 730135,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK186 YJB
MakeBMW
Model730
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2012 95,547 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

n/s/f+n/s/r tyres worn on edges

Pass 16 Mar 2011 93,121 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

rear axle main bushes split+worn

Fail 15 Mar 2010 90,759 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres worn on inside of tread

Pass 15 Mar 2010 90,759 miles

front tyres worn on inside of tread

Pass 10 Mar 2009 87,882 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front discs and pads look to be getting worn

Pass 18 Mar 2008 84,421 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2007 81,187 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 78,555 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the BMW 730?

Based on 226,495 MOT tests across 21,689 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,857
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
21,689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,448
position lamp(s) not working 2,801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,342
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,163
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K186 YJB is a 1993 BMW 730 in Silver with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 135,118 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 730 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K186 YJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 730 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this BMW 730 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K186 YJB registered?

K186 YJB is a 1993 BMW 730, first registered on 30 April 1993.

Is K186 YJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K186 YJB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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