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B938 XYL

1985 BMW 7 Series

Gold Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,181 mi
Last recorded94,181 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 1985 BMW 7 Series143,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB938 XYL
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 94,181 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2016 94,181 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 82,941 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 75,504 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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B938 XYL is a 1985 BMW 7 Series in Gold with a 2,788cc 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 B938 XYL, 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 B938 XYL registered?

B938 XYL is a 1985 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 26 March 1985.

Is B938 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B938 XYL 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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