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C17 EKA

2008 BMW 7 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,746 mi
Last recorded89,746 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 7 Series100,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC17 EKA
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 89,746 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 72,084 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 72,084 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 64,868 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 55,146 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2014 55,146 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2013 45,550 miles

steering-warning light on

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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C17 EKA is a 2008 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 100,676 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 C17 EKA, 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 18 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C17 EKA registered?

C17 EKA is a 2008 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 19 December 2008.

Is C17 EKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C17 EKA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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