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E754 GPJ

1988 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

229,713 mi
Last recorded229,713 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW 7 Series148,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE754 GPJ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 229,713 miles

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

sill covers fitted

slight underside corrosion

slight underside corrosion

Pass 31 Aug 2024 225,778 miles

plastic sills

Pass 4 Sep 2023 220,310 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

slight underside corrosion

Pass 23 Sep 2022 216,413 miles

slight underside corrosion

Pass 31 Aug 2021 211,922 miles

plastic sills

Pass 30 Sep 2020 210,150 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 204,458 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 200,649 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 198,225 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 28 Jan 2008 198,221 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 195,028 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 186,508 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 186,503 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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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E754 GPJ is a 1988 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 E754 GPJ, 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 E754 GPJ?

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What year was E754 GPJ registered?

E754 GPJ is a 1988 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 14 May 1988.

Is E754 GPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E754 GPJ 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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