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MIL 1701

1987 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

128,584 mi
Last recorded128,584 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2023
Typical for 1987 BMW 735136,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIL 1701
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2023 128,584 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 128,505 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 20 May 2020 128,385 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 128,292 miles

All tyres show age cracking

Front reg plate starting to deteriorate

Fail 15 Nov 2018 128,292 miles

All tyres show age cracking

Front reg plate starting to deteriorate

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2015 128,273 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 127,983 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 127,815 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 127,593 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)

radiator leaking

sills coverd

Pass 14 Jul 2006 126,668 miles

Nearside 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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MIL 1701 is a 1987 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 MIL 1701, 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 MIL 1701 registered?

MIL 1701 is a 1987 BMW 735, first registered on 12 February 1987.

Is MIL 1701 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIL 1701 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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