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CY61 EYC

2012 BMW 7 Series

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

156,493 mi
Last recorded156,493 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY61 EYC
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 156,493 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Dec 2023 137,281 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 120,805 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 111,495 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2021 111,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 99,013 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play back bull joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play back bull joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 88,163 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 78,071 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Dec 2018 78,069 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 73,016 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 66,655 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 61,478 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 56,522 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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CY61 EYC is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 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 CY61 EYC, 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 14 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 CY61 EYC registered?

CY61 EYC is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 9 February 2012.

Is CY61 EYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY61 EYC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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