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E97 JLL

1988 BMW 7 Series

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 BMW 7 Series148,620 mi
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE97 JLL
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2008
Pass 22 Feb 2007 116,935 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 116,478 miles

Offside and nearside rear axle beam outer bushes will soon require attention, starting to perish

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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E97 JLL is a 1988 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E97 JLL, 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 E97 JLL?

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What year was E97 JLL registered?

E97 JLL is a 1988 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is E97 JLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E97 JLL shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E97 JLL have outstanding finance?

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