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B707 YDV

1985 BMW 7 Series

Red Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

117,782 mi
Last recorded117,782 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2007
Typical for 1985 BMW 7 Series143,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB707 YDV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2007 117,782 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 117,782 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 117,782 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 117,782 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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B707 YDV is a 1985 BMW 7 Series in Red with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 B707 YDV, 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

How do I check the history of B707 YDV?

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What year was B707 YDV registered?

B707 YDV is a 1985 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B707 YDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B707 YDV 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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