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E993 CRM

1988 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

167,616 mi
Last recorded167,616 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2009
Typical for 1988 BMW 7 Series148,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE993 CRM
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2009 167,616 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 167,616 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

no reverse lights

o/s handbrake cable in poor condition

oil leak front of engine

Pass 31 Aug 2006 166,247 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 166,247 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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E993 CRM is a 1988 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 E993 CRM, 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 E993 CRM?

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What year was E993 CRM registered?

E993 CRM is a 1988 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 10 May 1988.

Is E993 CRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E993 CRM shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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