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C20 DSM

1989 BMW 7 Series

Beige Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,301 mi
Last recorded105,301 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2009
Typical for 1989 BMW 7 Series150,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 DSM
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2009 105,301 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 101,435 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 93,520 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 92,301 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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C20 DSM is a 1989 BMW 7 Series in Beige with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 150,240 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 C20 DSM, 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 37 years old, this BMW 7 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C20 DSM?

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What year was C20 DSM registered?

C20 DSM is a 1989 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is C20 DSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C20 DSM shows 4 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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