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B891 FOA

1985 BMW 7 Series

Bronze Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,343 mi
Last recorded157,343 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2008
Typical for 1985 BMW 7 Series143,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB891 FOA
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1985
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2008 157,343 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2007 154,970 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 152,031 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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B891 FOA is a 1985 BMW 7 Series in Bronze with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests 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 B891 FOA, 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 B891 FOA registered?

B891 FOA is a 1985 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is B891 FOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B891 FOA shows 3 tests 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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