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C2 MLK

1998 BMW 7 Series

Black Lpg 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2010
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 7 Series122,840 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC2 MLK
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2009
Fail 12 Mar 2009

Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2007 119,654 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 119,627 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 4 Jul 2007 112,255 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 97,822 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 97,822 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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C2 MLK is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,793cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1998 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 122,840 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 C2 MLK, 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 28 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C2 MLK registered?

C2 MLK is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is C2 MLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C2 MLK shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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