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B86 HBL

1985 BMW 7 Series

Turquoise Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,655 mi
Last recorded98,655 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 1985 BMW 7 Series143,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB86 HBL
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1985
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Nov 2018 98,655 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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B86 HBL is a 1985 BMW 7 Series in Turquoise with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B86 HBL, 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 B86 HBL registered?

B86 HBL is a 1985 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 5 February 1985.

Is B86 HBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B86 HBL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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