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D485 GYV

1987 BMW 7 Series

Brown Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

388,766 mi
Last recorded388,766 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW 7 Series135,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD485 GYV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1987
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 388,766 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2025 388,756 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted Retaining spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted Retaining spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2023
Pass 5 Jul 2022 109,987 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 109,836 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 109,712 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 105,717 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 104,326 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 99,365 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 96,588 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 92,611 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 92,611 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 89,288 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 88,915 miles

n/s/f t/rod end boot split

Pass 18 Mar 2010 88,249 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 88,097 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 88,097 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 87,268 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 86,516 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 83,477 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 83,477 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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D485 GYV is a 1987 BMW 7 Series in Brown with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1987 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 135,086 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 D485 GYV, 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 39 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 D485 GYV registered?

D485 GYV is a 1987 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 10 March 1987.

Is D485 GYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D485 GYV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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