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E131 ERC

1988 BMW 7 Series

White Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,549 mi
Last recorded114,549 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2008
Typical for 1988 BMW 7 Series148,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE131 ERC
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2008 114,549 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 114,549 miles

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front 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 4 Jun 2007 113,679 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 113,331 miles

Offside Front 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 5 May 2005 111,983 miles

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

both outer sill have cover over them

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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E131 ERC is a 1988 BMW 7 Series in White with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 148,620 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 E131 ERC, 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 38 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 E131 ERC?

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What year was E131 ERC registered?

E131 ERC is a 1988 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E131 ERC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E131 ERC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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