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DR51 ADM

2017 BMW 7 Series

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1998cc
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MOT Status

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Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2017 BMW 7 Series49,364 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDR51 ADM
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025
Pass 1 Oct 2024 48,925 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 38,735 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 38,251 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 28,779 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 21,178 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 16,141 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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DR51 ADM is a 2017 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 1,998cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 49,364 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 DR51 ADM, 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 9 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DR51 ADM?

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What year was DR51 ADM registered?

DR51 ADM is a 2017 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 28 November 2017.

Is DR51 ADM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DR51 ADM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DR51 ADM have outstanding finance?

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