BMW 735 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 735. Check any 735 by registration number below.

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72.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-17.5%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

BMW 735 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 735 has an average MOT pass rate of 72.4%, which is 17.5 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 735 on the road.

The most common reasons a BMW 735 fails its MOT are brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your 735 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used BMW 735, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 735 performs at MOT across different model years.

2004

Based on 54 vehicles

72.2%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

25.0%

2003

Based on 85 vehicles

72.9%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.0%

2002

Based on 180 vehicles

74.4%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

20.0%

2001

Based on 115 vehicles

74.8%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

13.9%

2000

Based on 175 vehicles

73.1%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

20.7%

1999

Based on 174 vehicles

77.6%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

20.5%

1998

Based on 148 vehicles

70.3%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

22.9%

1997

Based on 98 vehicles

68.4%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

27.9%

1996

Based on 121 vehicles

57.0%Below Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

7.0%

Retest Rate

33.7%

1991

Based on 30 vehicles

70.0%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Retest Rate

26.3%

1990

Based on 85 vehicles

80.0%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

9.4%

1989

Based on 66 vehicles

77.3%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

19.0%

1988

Based on 74 vehicles

67.6%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

26.4%

0

Based on 609 vehicles

77.7%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

119k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 735

The most common reasons a BMW 735 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

18.2%

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

11.6%

BMW 735 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Nearside Outer

1.9%

Front Nearside

1.9%

Front Offside

1.9%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 735

BMW 735 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 735 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 735?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 735 is 72.4% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 735?

The most common MOT failures on the BMW 735 are: Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (18.2%), A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (11.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the BMW 735 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 72.4%, the BMW 735 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 735?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a BMW 735?

Typical mileage for the BMW 735: 119,169 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 735 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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