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A608 TYR

1984 BMW 7 Series

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,089 mi
Last recorded84,089 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2014
Typical for 1984 BMW 7 Series100,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA608 TYR
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2014 84,089 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 82,834 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jan 2012 81,787 miles

Oil leak

cracks to outter tyre side walls

Pass 14 Jan 2011 80,735 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 79,953 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 79,953 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 78,308 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 78,308 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 77,524 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Jan 2007 76,534 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 76,534 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 70,125 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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A608 TYR is a 1984 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1984 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 100,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A608 TYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 42 years old, this BMW 7 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A608 TYR?

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What year was A608 TYR registered?

A608 TYR is a 1984 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 22 February 1984.

Is A608 TYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A608 TYR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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