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B16 ODB

1990 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

143,709 mi
Last recorded143,709 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2006
Typical for 1990 BMW 7 Series152,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 ODB
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2006 143,709 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 143,705 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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B16 ODB is a 1990 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 152,946 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 B16 ODB, 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 36 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 B16 ODB registered?

B16 ODB is a 1990 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 December 1990.

Is B16 ODB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 ODB shows 2 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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