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B270 SRE

1985 BMW 7 Series

Red Petrol 3210cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,256 mi
Last recorded85,256 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2009
Typical for 1985 BMW 7 Series143,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB270 SRE
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,210cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2009 85,256 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 85,256 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 81,313 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 78,461 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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B270 SRE is a 1985 BMW 7 Series in Red with a 3,210cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 143,065 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 B270 SRE, 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 41 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 B270 SRE registered?

B270 SRE is a 1985 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 11 January 1985.

Is B270 SRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B270 SRE shows 4 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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