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C187 DFJ

1985 BMW 7 Series

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,070 mi
Last recorded134,070 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW 7 Series143,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC187 DFJ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 134,070 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 134,070 miles

alternator insecure and wiring sparking

both rear outer tyre walls starting to perish

Pass 26 May 2007 134,083 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 134,075 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 134,070 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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C187 DFJ is a 1985 BMW 7 Series in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C187 DFJ, 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 C187 DFJ registered?

C187 DFJ is a 1985 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 8 October 1985.

Is C187 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C187 DFJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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