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A9 XYC

1991 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

193,858 mi
Last recorded193,858 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2008
Typical for 1991 BMW 7 Series150,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 XYC
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2008 193,858 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Feb 2008 193,662 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 188,797 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 188,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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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A9 XYC is a 1991 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 150,749 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 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 A9 XYC, 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 35 years old, this BMW 7 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A9 XYC registered?

A9 XYC is a 1991 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 2 January 1991.

Is A9 XYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 XYC shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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